Cherohala Skyway - Tennessee
Cherohala Skyway - Tennessee is a National Scenic Byway in Tennessee. Within Tennessee it covers roughly 22 miles. The map below shows its route. Use “Plan a drive” to open it in the Road Sorties route planner — already routing along Cherohala Skyway - Tennessee with scenic roads turned on, ready to add your own stops.
The Cherohala Skyway climbs from Tellico Plains, Tennessee over the crest of the Unicoi Mountains toward Robbinsville, North Carolina, topping out above 5,000 feet. Its name fuses the Cherokee and Nantahala national forests it crosses, and the high, sweeping curves with mile-high overlooks make it a favorite of motorcyclists. Unlike the nearby Tail of the Dragon, the skyway is open and fast with long-range views.
- Unicoi Mountains crest
- mile-high overlooks
- Cherokee & Nantahala forests
- Tellico Plains
- motorcycle favorite
Designated for its scenic qualities
Plan a drive on Cherohala Skyway - Tennessee → Drive this route in Road SortiesTurn-by-turn on iPhone · App Store
Places to stop along Cherohala Skyway - Tennessee
Cherohala Skyway Visitor Center
The Tellico Plains start of the Skyway, with free maps, current road conditions, and the last services for many miles.
Bald River Falls
A 90-foot waterfall you can see from the bridge on the Tellico River road, a short detour off the Skyway.
WebsiteIndian Boundary Lake
A small mountain lake with a swimming beach, campground, and a flat 3-mile loop trail around the shore.
Website
Where to Stay along Cherohala Skyway - Tennessee
11 campgrounds and RV parks sit within about 5 miles of Cherohala Skyway - Tennessee.
Campsite and lodging links are affiliate links — booking through them may earn Road Sorties a small commission, at no extra cost to you. Recreation.gov links are not affiliate links.
Photos of Cherohala Skyway - Tennessee
What is a National Scenic Byway?
National Scenic Byways are roads recognized at the federal level for at least one outstanding quality — scenic, natural, historic, cultural, archaeological or recreational — that gives travelers a reason to seek them out rather than just pass through.