Dillsboro, North Carolina
Surrounded by the most ancient of mountain ranges, the charming town of Dillsboro, North Carolina bids you welcome.

Since the turn of the last century, travelers have retreated to this quaint mountain town that offers the world a taste of small-town America.

Take a "walkabout" through Dillsboro. Observe craftspeople at work, shop at a wide assortment of speciality and craft stores, dine at our many fine eateries, then sleep soundly at any one of our friendly bed & breakfasts, or hotels. Catch the scenic railway and absorb the beauty of the area while traveling on historic tracks.

What else is there to do? The possibilities are endless. Both a stream and a river run through Dillsboro, so you can fish, enjoy all kinds of watersports or just sit on the bank and relax.

During winter, ski nearby slopes and in all seasons lace up your hiking boots and explore national forests and wilderness areas just an easy drive from town.

In many ways, Dillsboro has changed very little over the past century.

Dillsboro proper is still a walking town — just two blocks long — sprinkled with pristine white houses, rustic old shops, galleries, restaurants and quaint country inns. And it’s still a railroad town, where an old-fashioned trains carries passengers on scenic excursions along the river. Even the general store is still here, complete with the original hardwood floors, ceiling fans and soda fountain.

A artsy community. Drawn by our town's old-fashioned charm and gracious hospitality, a growing number of artisans and craftspeople now make Dillsboro their home and workplace. Many of Dillsboro's gift shops and galleries focus on local artisans; and some are working artisan's studios where visitors can watch work in progress.

Visit the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad Website