Bryson City, NC

North Carolina · Swain County

Bryson City is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 1,676. Residents earn $43,387 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,676 Population 769/sq mi density
$43,387 Median Income $26,379 per capita
$246,700 Home Value $322,659 Zillow
$721 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$43,387 median income, 1.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$246,700 home value, $721/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $43,387
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $246,700
12% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.4%
10% lower than US avg
Median Rent $721
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

How Bryson City Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,676
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density769/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans3.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,387
Per Capita$26,379
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$916M
Commute19 min

Housing

B
Home Value$246,700
Rent$721
Ownership48.6%
Zillow$322,659
Housing Units817
Rent Burden28.3%

Health

Obesity39.1%
Uninsured28.6%
Smoking17.9%
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain58.6 in/yr
Elevation1,734 ft (529 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.4%
High School+81.4%
Graduate+6.3%
School Score5.27

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute19 min
Broadband69.8%
EV Stations3
Libraries1

Is Bryson City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bryson City receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bryson City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bryson City is $43,387, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bryson City is $246,700, 12% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $721 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Bryson City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.6 inches, including 6.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Bryson City has a population of 1,676 with a density of 769 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.2% female and 46.8% male. The city is predominantly White (74%), with 8.4% Hispanic, 2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.4% of residents, while 9.9% speak Spanish. 3.2% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 13.9% of residents have a disability. 71.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,676
Total Population
2023 Census
769
People / sq mi
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bryson City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish 9.9%
26% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bryson City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bryson City is $43,387, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,379 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $894, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 515 business establishments, including 82 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 1.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bryson City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,387
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,379
Avg Weekly Wage$894
IRS Avg AGI$54,403
Gini Index0.447 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)515
County GDP$916M

Business (County)

Restaurants82
Healthcare32
Retail98
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,369
32% below US avg
Cost of Living94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Bryson City is $246,700, 12% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $322,659, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $721 (38% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 48.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 817 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1978. The average annual property tax is $2,369 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 28.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$246,700
12% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$322,659

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$721
38% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Homeownership48.6%
Owner-Occupied48.6%
Renter-Occupied51.4%
Housing Units817
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,369
32% below US avg
Effective Rate0.96%
In Bryson City, 39.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.2% of residents. 34.8% have high blood pressure. 17.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.4% report binge drinking. 25.0% are physically inactive. 28.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.0% experience frequent mental distress. 28.6% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,571. The dentist ratio is 1:1,164. 97.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.3 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Bryson City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma11.7%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression28.8%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.4%
Uninsured28.6%
233% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,571
Dentists1:1,164
Mental Health1:240
Checkup Rate77.6%
Dental Visits56.9%
Premature Death19,177/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access97.0%
Healthcare Facilities32
Bryson City enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. 83% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,734 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.8°F
3% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Geography

Elevation1,734 ft (529 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density769/sq mi
Coordinates35.4266°N, 83.4473°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountySwain County County
Nearest AirportMc Ghee Tyson (TYS)
41 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.6"
54% above US avg
Snowfall 6.5"
Wettest Month (Dec) 6.14"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.21"

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %83.3%
Unhealthy Days0

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0420 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)6.2 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score49.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability93.8 / 100
Community Resilience25.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave No Rating
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

163 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 19, 2025.

May 10, 2025 21 km SE of Greenback, Tennessee M4.1 51 km
Jul 30, 1997 6 km NNE of Tazewell, Tennessee M3.8 121 km
Jan 20, 2020 2 km NE of Fincastle, Tennessee M3.8 123 km
Jul 5, 1995 12 km ESE of Tellico Plains, Tennessee M3.7 66 km
Jun 17, 1998 9 km SSE of Coalfield, Tennessee M3.6 103 km
Jul 19, 1997 12 km E of Cohutta, Georgia M3.5 135 km
Jun 16, 2006 9 km W of Maggie Valley, North Carolina M3.4 24 km
Mar 5, 2019 7 km NE of Maynardville, Tennessee M3.4 100 km
Mar 18, 1995 10 km SE of Dayton, Tennessee M3.3 135 km
Apr 11, 2006 5 km NE of Etowah, Tennessee M3.3 94 km
Apr 20, 2010 4 km SW of Maryville, Tennessee M3.3 60 km
Aug 31, 2009 2 km NNE of Friendsville, Tennessee M3.3 73 km
Jun 4, 2023 4 km NNW of West Canton, North Carolina M3.2 55 km
Jul 26, 2001 11 km S of New Market, Tennessee M3.2 65 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km ENE of Ducktown, Tennessee M3.2 87 km
May 10, 2006 3 km WNW of Madisonville, Tennessee M3.2 87 km
Jul 26, 2001 11 km N of Sevierville, Tennessee M3.2 61 km
Mar 7, 2001 6 km NW of Decatur, Tennessee M3.2 128 km
Mar 7, 2001 5 km WNW of Decatur, Tennessee M3.2 127 km
Oct 30, 1991 9 km NNE of Eton, Georgia M3.1 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Hugo (1989, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
1989 Hugo Category 2 228 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tornado History

207 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 19 fatalities, 309 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 56 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 94 km 4
Apr 13, 2020 EF3 96 km 1
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 96 km 1
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 89 km 6
Mar 23, 2011 EF3 76 km 0
Mar 27, 1994 EF3 81 km 0
Feb 21, 1993 EF3 98 km 0
Feb 21, 1993 EF3 95 km 0
Feb 21, 1993 EF3 99 km 1
Nov 15, 1989 EF3 91 km 0
Aug 7, 2023 EF2 85 km 0
Mar 23, 2022 EF2 85 km 0
Apr 13, 2020 EF2 88 km 0
Oct 8, 2017 EF2 97 km 0
Mar 2, 2012 EF2 83 km 0
Mar 2, 2012 EF2 78 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF2 87 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF2 57 km 0
Apr 24, 2010 EF2 77 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: ROCK MOUNTAIN (25,224 ac, 2016).

Year Name Acres Distance
2016 ROCK MOUNTAIN 25,224 49 km
2016 CHIMNEY TOPS 2 14,998 29 km
2016 TELLICO 14,172 19 km
2016 BOTELER 8,626 45 km
2024 RX - T26 BRUSHY RIDGE 8,324 62 km
2016 PINNACLE MOUNTAIN 7,869 78 km
2016 MAPLE SPRINGS 7,696 44 km
2016 SILVER MINE 6,082 80 km
2001 SHARP 6,039 8 km
2024 RX - T10 MILLER RIDGE 5,154 62 km
2013 BEAVER DAM 4,336 63 km
2021 UNNAMED 3,888 62 km
2019 COW CAMP 3,786 56 km
2016 CAMP BRANCH 3,234 29 km
2023 PANTHER KNOB 3,170 35 km
2019 JACK DAVIS/DOGWOOD SPRINGS RX 3,120 71 km
2001 LARMAN 3,072 78 km
2010 COW CAMP-A 2,953 57 km
2022 UNNAMED 2,933 92 km
2023 SMITH MOUNTAIN 2,807 92 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 5.3 in Coldest
February 40°F (5°C) 5.3 in
March 47°F (8°C) 5.4 in
April 55°F (13°C) 5.0 in
May 63°F (17°C) 5.2 in
June 70°F (21°C) 5.1 in
July 73°F (23°C) 5.1 in Warmest
August 73°F (23°C) 4.4 in
September 67°F (20°C) 4.1 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.2 in Driest
November 47°F (8°C) 4.5 in
December 40°F (4°C) 6.1 in Wettest

Bryson City has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 37°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 58.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.1") and October the driest (3.2").

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Bryson City is located in Swain County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, a rural community. 30.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 10% below the national average of 33.7%. 81.4% have completed high school. 6.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 61.3% of the vote, a 23.7-point margin. 69.8% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 32 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.3%
D 37.6%

Winner: Republican by 23.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Traffic Accidents75
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.4%
10% below US avg
High School+81.4%
Graduate Degree+6.3%
School Test Score5.27
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro / Rural
Population Density769/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi
CountySwain County County

Services

Broadband Access69.8%
Avg Download Speed26.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed1.8 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants82
Retail Stores98

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home1.5%
Average costs for common services in Bryson City. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $236 ($141-$377)
Specialist Visit $330 ($189-$519)
Urgent Care Visit $189 ($94-$330)
Emergency Room Visit $2,075 ($754-$4,715)
Dental Cleaning $123 ($71-$189)
Dental Filling $236 ($141-$377)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($24-$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $71 ($47-$113)
Brake Pad Replacement $283 ($141-$472)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19-$71)
New Tires (Set of 4) $566 ($377-$943)
Battery Replacement $189 ($94-$330)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $94 ($57-$141)
Electrician (Per Hour) $85 ($47-$132)
HVAC Repair $377 ($141-$754)
HVAC System Install $6,601 ($3,772-$11,316)
Roof Repair $943 ($377-$1,886)
Roof Replacement $8,487 ($5,187-$14,145)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,415 ($472-$3,301)
Divorce (Contested) $14,145 ($4,715-$28,290)
DUI Defense $4,715 ($1,886-$9,430)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,415 ($754-$2,829)
Will Preparation $472 ($189-$943)
Trust Preparation $2,358 ($943-$4,715)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14-$42)
Women's Haircut $52 ($28-$94)
Hair Coloring (Full) $141 ($71-$236)
Manicure $24 ($14-$42)
Pedicure $38 ($24-$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $75 ($47-$123)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.87 ($2.83-$5.19)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.30 ($2.36-$4.72)
Loaf of Bread $3.58 ($2.36-$5.19)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.24 ($2.83-$6.13)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.19 ($3.77-$7.07)
Rice (per lb) $0.94 ($0.57-$1.70)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $132 ($75-$236)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $66 ($28-$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $66 ($38-$113)
Internet (Monthly) $66 ($38-$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28-$94)
Cable TV (Monthly) $80 ($47-$141)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $189 ($71-$472)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,886 ($1,132-$3,301)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $66 ($28-$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.54-$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $94 ($28-$236)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14-$71)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,132 ($566-$2,358)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $943 ($472-$1,886)
After-School Care (Monthly) $377 ($189-$660)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($24-$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $943 ($377-$2,358)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,788 ($4,715-$28,290)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $57 ($28-$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $94 ($47-$189)
Dog Grooming $57 ($28-$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19-$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter $283 ($141-$472)
Cat Spay/Neuter $189 ($94-$377)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$665
Toddler$473
Preschool$468
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$507
Toddler$545
Preschool$545
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Swain County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services 875 91 $26,317 0.85
Arts & Entertainment 748 20 $19,798 3.93
Retail Trade 646 90 $29,145 0.57
Transportation & Warehousing 292 8 $31,161 0.61
Construction 238 56 $53,462 0.40
Administrative & Waste Services 136 30 $36,776 0.20
Real Estate 86 21 $33,056 0.49
Finance & Insurance 55 12 $44,463 0.12
Professional & Technical Services 53 31 $66,074 0.07
Wholesale Trade 24 7 $38,979 0.05

Hospitals in Bryson City

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
DLP SWAIN COUNTY HOSPITAL LLC Critical Access Hospitals - Yes (828) 488-2155

Schools in Bryson City

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Swain County High School High 560 39 14.4:1
Swain County Middle School Middle 485 29 16.7:1
Swain County West Elementary Elementary 403 31 13.0:1
Swain County East Elementary Elementary 339 26 13.0:1
Mountain Discovery (Charter) Elementary 174 10 17.4:1
Cherokee Extension School Other 123 0 -
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Radio Stations near Bryson City

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WHLC - Soft & Easy Favorites - MP3 64 kbps
540 WRGC The River adult contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
WBSY 98.5 FM americana, bluegrass MP3 128 kbps
WCRK 105.7 FM classic hits AAC+ 48 kbps

Campgrounds Near Bryson City

48 campgrounds found near Bryson City.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Cliffside Lake Shelters 5.0/5 2 $30, $40
COLLINS CREEK PICNIC PAVILION 5.0/5 2 $32
CADES COVE GROUP 4.9/5 4 $50, $94
APPALACHIAN CLUBHOUSE 4.8/5 1 $300
BALSAM LAKE LODGE 4.8/5 1 $170
DEEP CREEK GROUP CAMP 4.8/5 3 $50
BIG CREEK CAMPGROUND (GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK) 4.7/5 12 $30
CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND 4.7/5 27 $30
CHEOAH POINT CABIN 2 4.7/5 1 $40
METCALF BOTTOMS PICNIC PAVILION 4.7/5 2 $32
TWIN CREEKS PICNIC PAVILION 4.7/5 1 $75
VAN HOOK GLADE 4.7/5 12 $24, $40
CATALOOCHEE GROUP CAMP 4.6/5 3 $50
COSBY GROUP CAMP 4.6/5 3 $50
GREENBRIER PICNIC PAVILION 4.6/5 2 $16
RATTLER FORD GROUP CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 4 $75
SPENCE CABIN 4.6/5 1 $200
BALSAM MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 43 $30
BIG CREEK GROUP CAMP 4.5/5 1 $30
CATALOOCHEE HORSE CAMP 4.5/5 7 $30
COSBY CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 157 $30
Deep Creek Campground (NC) 4.5/5 92 $30
JACKRABBIT MOUNTAIN 4.5/5 92 $20, $40
SMOKEMONT CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 142 $30
STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 81 $26, $100
Tate Branch Campground (Clayton, GA) 4.5/5 18 $15
BIG CREEK HORSE CAMP 4.4/5 5 $36
CADES COVE CAMPGROUND 4.4/5 161 $30
CHERRY HILL CAMPGROUND 4.4/5 29 $15
COSBY PICNIC PAVILION 4.4/5 2 $32
ELKMONT CAMPGROUND 4.4/5 211 $30
ELKMONT GROUP CAMP 4.4/5 4 $38, $75
Harmon Den Campground 4.4/5 22 $15
ROUND BOTTOM HORSE CAMP 4.3/5 5 $30
Sarah's Creek Campground (Clayton, GA) 4.3/5 19 $10
ABRAM'S CREEK CAMPGROUND 4.2/5 16 $30
Look Rock Campground 4.2/5 68 $30, $36
Low Gap Campground 4.2/5 13 $12
DEEP CREEK PICNIC PAVILION 4.1/5 2 $32
Tallulah River Campground 4.1/5 16 $15
ANTHONY CREEK HORSE CAMP 4.0/5 3 $30
CHEOAH POINT CABIN 1 4.0/5 1 $40
CHEOAH POINT CAMPGROUND 3.9/5 23 $20, $25
SMOKEMONT GROUP CAMP 3.9/5 3 $50
West Fork Campground (Clayton, GA) 3.6/5 5 $10
Rattler Ford Campground - - Free
Round Mountain Campground - 1 $7
TOW STRING HORSE CAMP - 3 $30

National Parks Near Bryson City

34 national parks and monuments found near Bryson City.

ParkTypeFee
Amicalola Falls State Park State Park Free
Andrew Johnson National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Big Ridge State Park Free
Big Ridge State Park State Park Free
Black Rock Mountain State Park State Park Free
Blue Ridge Parkway Parkway Free
Caesars Head State Park State Park Free
Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Cove Lake State Park Free
Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park Free
Devils Fork State Park State Park Free
Fort Loudon State Park Free
Gorges State Park State Park Free
Great Smoky Mountains National Park National Park Free
Jones Gap State Park State Park Free
Keowee-Toxaway State Park State Park Free
Lake Hartwell State Park State Park Free
Moccasin Creek State Park State Park Free
Mossy Creek State Park State Park Free
Norris Dam State Park Free
Norris Dam State Park State Park Free
Oconee State Park State Park Free
Panther Creek State Park Free
Panther Creek State Park State Park Free
Pisgah View State Park State Park Free
President's Park State Park Free
Seven Islands State Park Free
Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel Park State Park Free
Table Rock State Park State Park Free
Tallulah Gorge State Park State Park Free
Tugaloo State Park State Park Free
Unicoi State Park State Park Free
Vogel State Park State Park Free
Wildcat Wayside State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Bryson City

247+ trails found near Bryson City.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
BARTRAM NRT - NANTAHALA RD 68.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ANST - NANTAHALA RD 52.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ANST - CHEOAH RD 29.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHUNKY GAL 21.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MST - NANTAHALA RD 16.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BENTON MACKAYE -CHEOAH RD 14.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FOOTHILLS 14.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
RIM TRAIL 12.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
CHATTOOGA HIKING TRAIL 11.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
BELDING 11.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TSALI RIGHT LOOP 10.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
TSALI LEFT LOOP 9.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SANTEETLAH LAKE TRAIL SOUTH 9.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
WAYEHUTTA LOOP 8.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WINE SPRINGS LOOP 8.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
YELLOW CREEK MOUNTAIN 8.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RIM TRAIL 8.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LONDON BALD 8.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BARTRAM TRAIL EXTENSION 8.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FOOTHILLS 7.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WAUCHECHA BALD 7.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ELLICOTTS ROCK 7.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
DAVE THOMPSON LOOP 6.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
ROCKY BALD LOOP 6.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
BEECH CREEK 6.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HAOE LEAD 6.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MOUSE BRANCH LOOP 6.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
YELLOW MOUNTAIN 6.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
POWERLINE ROAD 6.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
ANST - TUSQUITEE RD 5.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BIG INDIAN LOOP 5.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
FOOTHILLS 5.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHATTOOGA RIVER 5.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BARTRAM NRT - CHEOAH RD 4.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
PARK CREEK 4.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
DARNELL CREEK HORSE TRAIL 4.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
RABBIT RIDGE 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
JUNALUSKA GAP 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MILLER TREK 4.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HURRICANE CREEK LOOP 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
CHATTOOGA HIKING TRAIL 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WINDING STAIRS TRAIL 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
KIMSEY CREEK 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
COVER 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MAC'S GAP 3.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
BEAR CREEK 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PARK RIDGE 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FORK MOUNTAIN TRAIL 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
BUCKEYE RIDGE HORSE 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
WESSER CREEK 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
JENKINS MEADOW 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CENTRAL LOOP 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
BALD SPRINGS 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
DEEP CREEK 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RIM TRAIL 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BIG INDIAN LOOP 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
RABUN BALD 2.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SNEAKING CREEK 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
DARNELL CREEK HORSE TRAIL LOOP 2.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
BEE COVE 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
LOWER TRAIL RIDGE 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FONTANA LOOP 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
GLADE TRAIL 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
ROBERT GAP HORSE 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
BIG BEND 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
DEEP GAP BRANCH 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHEOAH TRAIL 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BROOKS COVE 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BUCK KNOB 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
BLACKWELL GAP LOOP 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
CHERRY CREEK 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ROCKHOUSE CREEK 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
EAST FORK TRAIL 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
TRAIL RIDGE 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APPLETREE 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
3 FORKS 2.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
3 FORKS 2.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
COLD SPRINGS HORSE 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
3 FORKS 2.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LOCUST GAP 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
YELLOW PATCH 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MOUSE BRANCH OVERLOOK 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CHERRY RIDGE HORSE 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
BEAR PEN GAP 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
JACKRABBIT MOUNTAIN 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BLACK ROCK 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
DEEP CREEK CONNECTOR 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
JOYCE KILMER MEMORIAL NRT 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PANTHERTOWN VALLEY 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
LONG BRANCH 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WHITESIDE MOUNTAIN NRT 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WALNUT MOUNTAIN TRAIL 1.9 - - -
STONE MOUNTAIN TRAIL 1.9 - - -
WINDY GAP LOOP 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
TURKEY KNOB 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
BURRELL COVE 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CLIFFTOP VISTA 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HOLCOMB CREEK TRAIL 1.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HUSKINS BRANCH 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
THOMAS BRANCH 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
SHORTOFF 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
CHINQUAPIN 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BLY GAP 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
RATTLESNAKE KNOB 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
YOTEE'S RUN 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
FAR BALD SPRINGS 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
SHINBONE 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BLACKWELL GAP LOOP 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
SASAFRASS 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
TIMBER RIDGE 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LOWER TRAIL RIDGE 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
DEVILS ELBOW 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
NORTH ROAD 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
UPPER RIDGE 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
CHOGA 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
SAWMILL BOTTOMS 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
DEEP GAP 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
LAUREL BRANCH 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HEMLOCK RIDGE 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
SUNSET CONNECTOR 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BIG GREEN 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LITTLE INDIAN 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GREAT WALL 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RANGER FALLS LOOP 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
NORTON MILL 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
NANTAHALA RIVER BIKE TRAIL 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
PANTHERTOWN VALLEY 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RAINBOW FALLS 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SILER BALD SHELTER 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LITTLE FIRES CREEK 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
HICKORY BRANCH 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
DIAMOND VALLEY 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BRISTOL 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BEECH GAP 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PHILLIPS RIDGE 1.1 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL - - Yes
WALTON BOG INTERPRETIVE 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LITTLE GREEN 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GREENLAND CREEK 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HIGH POINT 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
RUFUS MORGAN 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BURNT TREE PENINSULA 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
RIDING FORD 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CABLE COVE NATURE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHURCH COVE CONNECTOR 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
FOOTHILLS/CHATTOOGA CONNECTOR 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
MAX PATCH SHORT LOOP 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FORK MOUNTAIN TRAIL 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
FORK MOUNTAIN TRAIL 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WILDERNESS FALLS 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SUNSET RIDGE 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
LAKE CHATUGE 0.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WEST FORK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
OMPHUS RIDGE 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BLACK MOUNTAIN 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
COLEMAN RIVER 0.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BIG SCALEY 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TIMBER RIDGE 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SCALY MOUNTAIN 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHATTOOGA LOOP 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CLIFFSIDE LOOP 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LOOKOUT ROCK 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PICKENS NOSE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GLEN FALLS 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MASSEY BRANCH FITNESS 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HOMESITE ROAD 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GRANNY BURRELL FALLS 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GREEN VALLEY 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HORSE CAMP LOOP TRAIL 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
BEARPEN GAP 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BLANTON BRANCH 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
LEWELLYN COVE NATURE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CLIFFTOP NATURE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GLEN FALLS 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RANGER FALLS 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
INDIAN RIDGE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WASLICK POPLAR 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HURRAH RIDGE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TSALI RIGHT LOOP 2ND CONNECTOR 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CARLTON'S WAY 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FORK MOUNTAIN TRAIL 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
OVERLOOK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CAMP SHORTCUT 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
PARKER KNOB CONNECTOR 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
SABA BEACH 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
BIG LAUREL FALLS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LEATHERWOOD LOOP 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SECRET FALLS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WOLF CREEK GORGE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
KING CREEK TRAIL 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
JACKRABBIT MOUNTAIN CONNECTOR 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MALONEE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BURRELLS FORD CAMPGROUND 0.4 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL - - -
CHINQUAPIN CONNECTOR 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
JONES KNOB 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ROCKY COVE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
UPPER WAYEHUTTA CREEK 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
POTTS MEMORIAL 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WHITEWATER FALLS 0.3 ASPHALT Yes - -
DEEP GAP 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
VAN HOOK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SKITTY CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RAIL LINE WAY 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
PARK CR RIDGE CONNECTOR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ROBINSON 0.3 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes - -
TSALI RIGHT LOOP 1ST CONNECTOR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
ALBERT MOUNTAIN 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
COVER 0.3 ASPHALT Yes - -
COVER 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
NATURE WALK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
UPPER WAYEHUTTA CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
FORK MOUNTAIN TRAIL 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
SILER BALD VISTA 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WINDY GAP OVERLOOK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
LOCUST GAP CONNECTOR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
BETTY CREEK GAP 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GRANITE CITY 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
3 FORKS SPUR A 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MAPLE SPRINGS 0.2 CONCRETE Yes - -
WILSON LICK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
3 FORKS SPUR B 0.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TSALI LEFT LOOP CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
KIMSEY CREEK CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
DRY FALLS 0.1 ASPHALT Yes - -
DEW FALLS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WOLF CREEK 0.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL - - -
MILLER TREK CONNECTOR 0.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SPOONAUGER TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
SILVER RUN FALLS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SUNSET RIDGE CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
MOONEY FALLS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MST - PISGAH RD 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GRIMSHAWES 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FOOTHILLS/CHATTOOGA CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
HAYWOOD GAP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SLICKROCK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PADGET POPLAR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MOONEY FALLS SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GREAT WALL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
RUFUS MORGAN SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SABA BEACH SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
LEATHERWOOD LOOP 0.0 ASPHALT Yes - -

Museums in Bryson City

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CHEROKEE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION564 TSALI BLVD8284972111$1,988,204
MUSEUM OF THE CHEROKEE INDIANGENERAL MUSEUM589 TSALI BLVD HIGHWAY 441 N8284973481$1,565,221
MACON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8285249758$119,665
APPALACHIAN WOMENS MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM$22,185
BALSAM MOUNTAINARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER81 PRESERVE ROAD8286311062
COGGINS & COGGINSGENERAL MUSEUM8284974525
FOLK HERITAGE ASSOCIAION OF MACON COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
JACKSON COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SCOTTISH TARTANS MUSEUM & HERITAGE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM86 EAST MAIN ST8285247472
SWAIN COUNTY GENEALOGICAL AND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION101 MITCHELL STREET8284882932

Libraries in Bryson City

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
FONTANA REGIONAL LIBRARY33 FRYEMONT ST0.0445,316

Farmers Markets in Bryson City

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cherokee Farmer's Tailgate MarketAcquoni Road
Franklin Farmers MarketPalmer St.01/01/2017 to 12/31/2017Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;
Jackson County Farmers Market - Outdoor Market110 Railroad Avenue04/07/2018 to 10/01/2018Wed: 3:30 PM-6:30 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Jackson County Winter Farmers Market23 Central Street11/03/2018 to 03/30/2019Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Pasquotank Farmers MarketPritchard St. next to Co-op Ext. Center
Swain County Farmers MarketIsland Street05/01/2015 to 10/30/2015Tue: 5:00 PM-8:00 PM;Fri: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit

Hotels in Bryson City

8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aloft in the Smokies
Historic Calhoun House Hotel
Lakeview at Fontana
Lloyds on the River Country Inn
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bryson City
Rosewood Inn on the River
Sleep Inn Bryson City - Cherokee Area
Stonebrook Lodge

Restaurants in Bryson City

8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anthony's Pizza
Bar-B-Que Wagon
Guayabitos Mexican Restaurant
Iron Wok
Nate And Nick's Pizza
Pizza Hut
Snak Shak
The Bistro at the Everett Hotel

Cafes in Bryson City

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Everett Street Diner

Veterinaries in Bryson City

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bryson City Veterinary Hospital

Train Stations in Bryson City

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bryson

Gas Stations in Bryson City

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP
Exxon
Shell

Banks in Bryson City

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

First Citizens Bank
State Employees Credit Union
United Community Bank

Breweries in Bryson City

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Innovation BrewingBrewery414 W Main St8285869678
Lazy Hiker Brewing CompanyBrewery Tours, Breweries, Food & Drink, Tours188 W Main St8283492337
Nantahala Brewing CompanyPerforming Arts Venue, Brewery61 Depot St8284882337Visit
The Sneak E Squirrel, Sneake SquirrelFood & Drink, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Breweries1315 W Main St8285866440

Nursing Homes in Bryson City

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
MOUNTAIN VIEW MANOR NURSING CE
410 BUCKNER BRANCH ROAD
 For profit - Corporation 120 95 3/5 - 2/5 4/5 8284882101

Pharmacies in Bryson City

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
BRYSON CITY HEALTH MART PHARMACY 200 UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 19 SOUTH 828-488-1705
KERR DRUG HIGHWAY 19 AND SLOPE STREET 828-488-6677

EV Charging Stations in Bryson City

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Swain County Visitors Center2 Everett StNon-Networked4J1772public

Fire Stations in Bryson City

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Alarka Volunteer Fire Department Inc.3601 Alarka RDVolunteer828-488-4144
West Swain Fire Department Inc.114 Needmore RDVolunteer828-488-2269

Bridges in Bryson City

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19693509,800F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19828009,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19692377,800F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19781807,250F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19781747,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19751947,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19781887,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19751377,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19751377,000F
SlabConcrete continuous19893036,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19761535,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19761534,850F
CulvertConcrete continuous1937224,500F
CulvertConcrete continuous1937234,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19782783,200F
CulvertConcrete continuous1955232,900G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19977542,250F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19886912,250F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19782822,200F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Concrete continuous19713682,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19785801,700F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19741001,500G
CulvertSteel1965211,300F
CulvertConcrete continuous1972571,300G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19842401,300G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1971411,200F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel2008100730G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195942730G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197840650P
Tee BeamConcrete192476650F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197391650F
Girder/FloorbeamConcrete192673650F
CulvertConcrete193928600G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196631500F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel199825500G
SlabPrestressed concrete1999112390G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195841380F
SlabPrestressed concrete199562380G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196949380P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196136380P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197026320F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201940320F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195325320P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1976261300F
SlabPrestressed concrete1999130255F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196136230F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196431220G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195326220P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197731220P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195323220F
CulvertSteel198821220F
SlabPrestressed concrete201632220G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196636220F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195831200F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196683200F
SlabPrestressed concrete201567200G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196141180F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196526160F
CulvertSteel196025160F
CulvertSteel199545160F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196025160F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200973150G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1976101150F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196336150F
SlabPrestressed concrete201462105G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196336100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195631100F
SlabPrestressed concrete201558100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19652690F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19592690F
SlabPrestressed concrete20165290G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19593170F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19614170P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19573170F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19524561G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19597360P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19708140P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19614130F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198128330F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19797720P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19603920F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous200216410G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1980354F

Correctional Facilities in Bryson City

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
SWAIN COUNTY JAIL / SHERIFF95 BRENDLE STREETCOUNTY-999109OPEN
SWAIN COUNTY JAIL8 EVERETT STCOUNTY-999CLOSED

Airports Near Bryson City

32 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
McGhee Tyson AirportTYSLarge Airport
Western Carolina Regional Airport-Medium Airport
Big Creek Flying Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Big Sandy Landing-Small Airport
Blairsville Airport-Small Airport
Brevard Airport-Small Airport
Dumplin Field-Small Airport
Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge AirportGKTSmall Airport
Hawks Nest Farm Airport-Small Airport
Heaven's Landing Airport-Small Airport
High Valley Airpark-Small Airport
Jackson County Airport-Small Airport
King Sky Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Knoxville Downtown Island Airport-Small Airport
Landing At River'S Edge-Small Airport
Macon County Airport-Small Airport
Massingale Airport-Small Airport
Mcgraw's Backyard Airport-Small Airport
Melton Field-Small Airport
Montvale Airpark-Small Airport
Oolenoy Valley Airport-Small Airport
Pickens County AirportLQKSmall Airport
Raby Airpark-Small Airport
Reagans Roost Ultralightport-Small Airport
Robertson Farm Airport-Small Airport
Seymour Air Park-Small Airport
Sky Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Sossamon Field (Unused)-Small Airport
Stone Field-Small Airport
Tusquittee Landing Airport-Small Airport
Village Airport-Small Airport
Wingman Aerodrome-Small Airport

Police Stations in Bryson City

5 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Bryson City Police
Cherokee Police Department137 Seven Clans Lane
Jackson County Sheriff's Office
Swain County Sheriff's Office95 Brendle Street
Sylva Police Department

Grocery Stores in Bryson City

14 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Bjs QuickstopConvenience Store1755 Main St
Coopers Creek General StoreConvenience Store20 Coopers Creek Rd
Darnell FarmsFarmers and Markets2300 Governors Islnd Rd
Dollar General 22423Other4667 Ela Rd
Dollar General 22714Other7164 Hwy 19 W
DOLLAR GENERAL 7274Other160 Hughes Branch Rd
DOLLARTREE 8150Other250 Highway 19 S
Hot Spot 1102Convenience Store1030 Main St
Iga Bryson CitySupermarket345 Main St
INGLES MARKETS 35Supermarket19 Hughes Branch Rd
MAPCO 648Convenience Store3091 Highway 19 S
Shivaji Inc 1Convenience Store7530 Highway 19 W
The Local Market 210Convenience Store110 Highway 19 S
Walgreens 16103Other50 Highway 19

Post Offices in Bryson City

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Almond - Post Office1940 NC-28
Bryson City Post Office130 Slope Street

DOL Wage Violations in Bryson City

6 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $54,943 in back wages owed to 82 employees.

6
Violations
$54,943
Back Wages Owed
82
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Swain County Sheriff's Office - - 28713 - 1 $36,739 $2,161 17
Nantahala Village Resort & Spa - - 28713 - 1 $11,533 $251 46
BJs Quick Stop - - 28713 - 1 $2,358 $393 6
Old Mac's Package, Riverside Grille - - 28713 - 1 $1,637 $327 5
Mountain Laurel Motel - - 28713 - 1 $1,388 $1,388 1
Gilchrist Masonry - - 28713 - 1 $1,288 $184 7

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bryson City

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CHEROKEE WESLEYAN CHURCH252 BATTLE BRANCH RD
CORNERSTONE WESLEYAN CHURCHPO BOX 1216
DESTINATION 828 LLC341 RED BARN HOLW
DRIVEN MISSIONS225 EARLS RD
HEARTS DESIRE MINISTRIES INCPO BOX 1007
ICTHUS MINISTRIES INC84 HAVEN WAY
JERRY & ANITA ORR MINISTRIES INCPO BOX 1243
NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GODPO BOX 2197
SABBATH HOUSE INCPO BOX 629
SOUTHERN BIBLE TESTIMONY INC1510 W DEEP CREEK RD

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Waterfalls
17
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Historic Markers
7
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Bigfoot Sightings
2
Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization
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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Haunted Places
1
Locations with documented reports of paranormal activity and sightings
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Waterfalls Near Bryson City

17 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Bryson City.

Name Description
Bear Creek Falls
Bird Falls
Grassy Branch Falls
Hazel Creek Cascades
Indian Creek Falls Height: 3.5
J. Johnson Falls
Jonas Creek Falls
Juney Whank Falls
Nantahala Falls
Rattlesnake Falls
Rock Slab Falls
The Falls
Tom Branch Falls Height: 15
Townhouse Falls
Upper Bear Creek Falls
Wesser Falls
Yanu Branch Cascade

Historic Markers Near Bryson City

7 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near Bryson City.

Name Description
Ellen Black Winston 1903-1984. Marker is at the intersection of Main Street (U.S. 19) and Veterans Boulevard (Connector U.S. 19 Connector Road), on the right when traveling east on Main Street.
Deep Creek Marker is on Main Street.
Tsali Marker is on Main Street (U.S. 19).
Kituwah Marker is on Governors Island Rd (U.S. 19).
Yonaguska ca. 1760-1839. Marker is on Governors Island Road (U.S. 19).
Horace Kephart Marker is on Spring Street (U.S. 19).
Tsali Marker is on Main Street (U.S. 19). <font color=red> Reported missing.</font>

Bigfoot Sightings Near Bryson City

2 Bigfoot sighting reports from the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization (BFRO) found near Bryson City.

Name Year Description
Report 3338: Long trail of 13" long human-like footprints found in deep snow and rough terrain 1998
Report 4763: Hikers find footprint in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. 1975

UFO Sightings Near Bryson City

2 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Bryson City.

Name Year Description
Brison city, NC 2002 ((NUFORC Note: Student report. PD)) isw a ufo level with my house but dissaperd before i could get more people.
Clingman&#39s dome (great smoky mountains national park), TN 2001 Very fast&#44 bright metallic silver rectangle spotted&#44 was pursued by military-style jets

Haunted Places Near Bryson City

1 reported haunted locations found near Bryson City.

Name Description
GSMR Tunnel When Norfolk-Southern began expansion into the southwest mountains of North Carolina, it was difficult for the company to find men able to do the hard work required. Convicts were brought in to complete work on a tunnel right outside of Dillsboro. To get to the site, the men had to cross a section of the Tuckaseegee River on raft. One day, the raft flipped over in the rain-swollen river and all of the convicts died (except one) because they were chained together. The men were buried on the mo...

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bryson City

What is the population of Bryson City?

Bryson City has a population of 1,676 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 769 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.2 years. The population is 53.2% female and 46.8% male.

Is Bryson City expensive to live in?

Bryson City is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $43,387, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $246,700 (12% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $721 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Bryson City?

Bryson City enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 58.6 inches, with 6.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Bryson City?

The job market in Bryson City is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $894. There are 515 business establishments in the area, including 82 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 1.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bryson City?

The median home value in Bryson City is $246,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $322,659. For renters, the median monthly rent is $721. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 48.6%. The average annual property tax is $2,369.

How are the schools in Bryson City?

Schools in Bryson City score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 30.4% of adults in Bryson City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.4% have completed high school. 6.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bryson City?

The obesity rate in Bryson City is 39.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.9% of adults are smokers. 25.0% are physically inactive. 28.8% of residents report depression. 28.6% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 97.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,571.

What is transportation like in Bryson City?

The average commute in Bryson City is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.1% of workers drive alone to work, 1.9% use public transit, and 1.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bryson City?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bryson City is 74% White, 2% Black or African American, 8.4% Hispanic or Latino. 97.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 9.9% speak Spanish. 3.2% of the population are military veterans. 13.9% of residents have a disability. 71.4% have health insurance coverage.

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