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By My East Tennessee · Updated Oct 31, 2026 · How we check facts

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A 43-mile National Scenic Byway through the Cherokee and Nantahala national forests, along the Tellico River with overlooks and high-elevation balds; the Forest Service lists road cycling. From Tellico Plains, follow TN 165.

Check first: Forest Service alert: camping is not permitted within 300 feet of the Cherohala Skyway.

Our guides nearby

Tellico Plains → · Monroe County → · Cherohala Skyway Festival → · Campgrounds →

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Facts above are from the official source, checked Oct 31, 2026 (ET). Road conditions, hours and closures change — check before you go.

Official Forest Service page ↗

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