Best 61 things to do in Hayesville, NC

Private pontoon on Lake Chatuge with a giant float and onboard grill

Wednesday lake cruise with dock pickup and bring-your-own bottle

Cruise Lake Chatuge privately with time to picnic and take photos

Share mountain-framed sunset views aboard a private tri-toon boat

Celebrate on a captain-led tiki boat cruise with island-style vibes

Private island-style tiki boat cruise with drinks and music

Island-style time on the water with a captain, drinks, and music

Control your own downhill coaster ride through Helen’s forest scenery

Private supporter tour to observe chimpanzees in their habitats

Meet capybaras and 3–5 animal friends in a 50-minute interactive session

Meet and interact with capybaras at Capyfriends Cafe in 25 minutes

Meet a fennec fox and capybaras in a small-group, hands-on visit

Get hands-on time with baby animals and capybaras in a small group

Meet a penguin and capybaras in a guided animal encounter

Glide through the forest on a canopy tour with two routes, a nature hike, and the Big Zip Intimidator

Zip through forest canopies with mountain views and local moonshine history

Paddle calm waters and explore quiet coves beneath Smoky Mountain views

Cruise Fontana Lake's protected shoreline by pontoon

Cruise Fontana Lake with a local historian and views of Fontana Dam

Choose a hardtail or full-suspension bike for a North Carolina ride

Relaxed mountain lake paddling for one or two people

Paddle Fontana Lake for mountain views and shoreline exploration

Zip through 4 or 8 canopy lines with trained guides in the Appalachian forest

Zip, balance and cross bridges on a family-friendly treetop course