Exploring the Heart of Cherokee North Carolina on a Beautiful Day!

[@G5coat1]

Cherokee is awesome because it's the town that has seen the smallest changes over the years compared to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Very retro.

[@waynepurcell6058]

It's worn out and to stereotypical. They just need to clean the place up. That stretch of river (which is amazing), needs to be trophy trout fly fishing only with small segments designated for general fishing. Get rid of the whole "savage native" crap. Build trails for hiking/exploring and "sell" the real beauty of the land. Cherokee is flipping awesome by itself if you dump the 1950's stereotypes and the modern gambling aspect. It's peaceful (or easily could be) and has an amazing trout river running through it.

[@kaylaleavens844]

Ohh Cherokee North Carolina we always drive through there every time we go up The smoky mountains

[@cathyhennessee583]

We have been to the Native American museum in Cherokee NC. It was very informative and showed the accuracy of the Native American people and their culture.

[@wncjan]

I have visited Cherokee 9 times since 2000. Love the place and will come back in the future

[@bethbupp5021]

So glad to see that the shops are back open and running again it was so sad two years ago we were there and not much going on or open

[@carolynmarshall906]

We must have just missed you! My daughter and I went on an extended road trip to the Smokies and just got back to Tulsa Saturday! It’s so beautiful there! We’d not been in that area before. We watched so many of your videos before we went to find places that we knew we would enjoy. We did look for you everywhere we went. We loved it all, but the “Peaceful Side” really was lovely!. . . Meant to add: Cherokee was extremely enchanting. We found it when we were on our way to Bryson City for the train ride, then, later we also were there since my daughter wanted to do the hike to Andrew’s Bald. What a wonderful trip! We’re in love with The Smokies!!

[@helenguilford7510]

Loved seeing the Cherokee culture. Thank you for bringing us along.

[@beverlyalexander5966]

This is where my grandmother was born in 1885 and raised . She was full blood Cherokee. Saddly I haven't been there yet ,but it's on my bucket list to visit .

[@starfishadventures223]

We will be there tomorrow

[@kendrasmith6637]

Really nice to see more of Cherokee with you. Thanks for the tour. 😊 God bless

[@amberbryant8141]

Always love Cherokee town all times. Enjoy walking around town, eat lunch, shopping 🛍️ and casino 🎰 too. ❤🫶🏻

[@bonniekaye]

Awesome video! Beautiful couple! Love Big T also! ❤️🐕❤️

[@brendaholder7988]

We were on our honeymoon in Cherokee when the Indian was being carved 34 summers ago. Went back two years ago and saw that Cherokee is a very different place than it was so long ago. Glad y'all had fun!

[@meltcmelinda4012]

Oh my how much it’s grown. Do they still have the outdoor theater? I’m sorry you didn’t get to go through the Museum, it’s so beautiful inside. Thanks for taking us along. Until we talk again, may each of your foot steps be a trail for others to locate God so all may come to know him and his unending love. All my Love,

[@FridaysForever]

We think so Mel.

[@rwhclo]

The outdoor theater had one show, Unto These Hills and yes it is still open every season.

[@peggiewindham4819]

We love Cherokee

[@evdallas123]

Great memories there we took our kids there a lot when they were young it never changes that's what I like about it

[@sheilawillis490]

We rode the train a few weeks ago...stayed at Stone Brook in Bryson City...ate at Dale's in Cherokee.....had a great peaceful, non stressful trip...💚😊💜

[@cherylmikell899]

I'm sure Big T would say goodbye.❤️🐕❤️

[@kellymcallister7947]

Looks like fun fun!!!

[@timmoore3666]

Hey Guys Thanks for I bringing us along with you on your adventures in the Great Smokey Mountains... 😊

[@alicevaughn7990]

One of my favorite places to visit

[@garrymillwood5507]

Beautiful area > great video

[@reneebarrow4697]

Cherokee sure has changed in the past 50 years. It used to be the "hopping" place back them. Really enjoyed the video. Thanks for sharing. Hey 👋 to my man, Big T. Hugs 🤗 and kisses 😘 to you. Have fun, be safe, and God Bless.

[@brianlombard9304]

I did the museum last year and it was well worth it. Sorry you couldn't film inside.

[@carlavision6143]

Mike and Karen, thank you for taking me along with you! Wonder why the museum wouldn't let y'all film in there? Beautiful scenery and river. Give Big T a big hug from Jr and me. Love your hats y'all got!

[@nancywood8705]

thanks for showing cherokee. love it. we just came from bryson city. stayed at big bear campground. river right behind camper. hope to go back. husband wanted to see unto these hills. only had 4 days. be safe. wonderful place ad quite.

[@boboneil949]

Visited here years ago when wife was alive, good memories. You encouraged me to go back. Already have reservations, could not make any at KOA for rest of 2023. Made VRBO reservation in Bryson City

[@realong2506]

Good to see the Totum Pole gift shop is still there. Back in the 70's when I was just a little girl we would always stop in there when we drove over the mountains from Gatlinburg to Cherokee. They used t have a black bear in a cage that you could buy a coke and it would take it from your hand and drink it. I bought a necklace once with a little Indian girl made from beads and still have it to this day.

[@oliverkalamata2753]

I've always loved going to Cherokee. It always had a sort of Vintage feel to it!

[@indianakid4050]

Hey ya, Back in a few videos when I said I thought I'd seen you in Cherokee North Carolina. I did because when you 1st started filming Cherokee. I seen my black jeep right there that the Beginning of your video.

[@JYO2023]

So nice to see you doing the wonderful videos you two do

[@kristenschnese6980]

Cool place !

[@emiliagarcia6868]

Enjoyed the video, 😊❤ fun 😊 Thanks for sharing ❤️😊

[@ginamaria2579]

A beautiful place 🤗💕

[@lloydapplegate1605]

Rhonda and I was there a couple of weeks ago. We stayed at the Rivers Edge motel. We also went to the Trail of tears outdoor drama. Most of it was historically accurate, some of it wasn't. Still worth the money. We had a great time as always in the Smokeys and we're be back in the fall. Thanks again for sharing and God bless you both and Big-T.

[@vs123]

Beautiful places

[@paulettebrochet2011]

Enjoyed your Cherokee visit...last time we drove through on the way to Bryson City. Definitely need to walk around next time we go.

[@bocavert02]

translation, Cheri OK. pretty good people. Fished that river. Is the Buffet still open.. A great show some evenings

[@ShowzShorts]

,i love the mountains...rented cabins there many times...me and my husband married in Pigeon forge and we always go up to the smoky mountains and stop in Chereokee where we always stop for a swim

[@rodneywilcoxsr2223]

My wife(Glenda), granddaughter(Ashtin) and I will be there June 19-21. June 19th is my 67th birthday.

[@cruznsuzn6644]

Love this! I'm part Cherokee and hope to visit Cherokee some day. Thank you.

[@rhondacope4947]

Awwww Karen and Mike you didn't go in the Medicine Man crafts. Right next to The Outdoor Bicycle shop . In the Medicine Man shop there are lots of Authentic handmade crafts. Love your videos. Thank you. I live in this area.

[@jeffdickens7019]

Hey Mike and Karen I hope you all are doing well any day is a good day to be in Cherokee North Carolina glad to see y'all continue to enjoy life take care and God bless

[@markbaker8607]

dear lord now that I have a good view on that baby woooooow. keep road trippen dear lord. She looks so road worthy. Tennessee here we go. Have you showed the oldest church in Tennessee yet? What about the oldest farmers market? Best Tennessee BBQ all the way. Best Tennesse camping spot of the year award? Best Tennessee hats. The list is endless. I am in Ecuador. Please let me see more of Tennessee. I love Ecuador. Please do get me wrong yet there is no place like Tennessee.

[@markbaker8607]

Dear Lord you are good. When my soul get's down all of a sudden out of the corner of my eye. Two great folks in a Winnebago. Just strollin' and Lovin' life. SHAMALAMADINGDONG

[@paulkf5pv]

good video. I like the driving down the road and reading the names of the places. that really gives me a better insight before my visit. Thank You.

[@brownschapelcog5385]

Enjoyed the video Mike and Karen! It’s been over 30 years since I’ve been to Cherokee, looking forward to going back soon! Got it on the list! God bless!

[@GrumpyUSArmyVet]

Haven’t been in 22 years. Can’t wait to go back. We used to camp at Wolf Campground and have stayed in the Pink Motel. Family would go several times per year.

[@Mustang5458]

We was just there about 2 weeks ago. Visited some stores. Found out there is a new plaza with a Food City and Dollar General.. Beautiful there and residents are very nice. I hope they put back the amusement park. Even been to Harrahs once. Drove around the reservation. Very lovely.

[@williambillwaynerobertson930]

We always like to visit Cherokee my mother is 45% Cherokee so it's always nice to learn all the history, I also have a classmate that lives in Bryson City and we've always stayed in contact. We love your guys videos Mike and Karen stay safe and WELL.👍🇺🇸🙏

[@juliemoore850]

Same! Her relatives rather unimpressed with my blue eyed blonde self. 😂

[@lonniem9728]

Awesome video,im going there soon

[@donser49]

Was there in September , beautiful place

[@ShowzShorts]

,that waffles and biscuit breakfast restaurant was really good we stayed there in the little motel across the street and do the gem mining

[@skippyjones4195]

Hey you Too 👋❤️🙏🏻✌️👍

[@gringo3002]

I was there several days ago. There were bilingual signs in English and Cherokee all over the place.

[@hobertlee7598]

THIS IS WHERE I AM GOING TO LIVE

[@darlenedrummer8478]

🕊

[@Lizs.Tallent]

I haven’t been back since the pandemic. Hopefully soon!❤️

[@smokinhalf]

in front of the museum is The Cherokee Indian Veterans Memorial Park worth a look. I has stone mounument of all those who served in the military that are from this reservation. Has a statue of medal of honor for Charles George. It is humbling to see and really insightfull

[@markbaker8607]

You need to tell me what episode you have for Tennessee's best biscuits and gravy.

[@waynewilson-er7vr]

So I was wondering why you didn’t go into museum , I know you couldn’t film but if you’ve never been in there why not enjoy it and talk about it later anyway love you guys

[@harryd.591]

Are you still hiding the capsules? Enjoy your video's!

[@FridaysForever]

Yes we are

[@bonniekaye]

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@Steadycnote]

First!😊

[@MajesticMe429]

I have Cawaba Indian in me.

[@ymmatsomaht7255]

I am full blooded Cherokee my father was two my GRANDPARENTS WAS TO I GOT A TWIN SOME WHERE I WAS STOLEN AND SOLD

[@ymmatsomaht7255]

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[@evdallas123]

The rv tv guy filmed in there I guess they changed the rules

[@evanbradley1071]

Dude was doing the crip walk😂😂

[@donser49]

Don’t go to Paul’s We were there in September and people were walking out. One hour and 30 min to get food

[@rwhclo]

Nobody is taking that advice, Paul's Place keeps every table full everyday they are open, there is never an empty table there unless you are waiting at the door when they open.

[@KentBeery]

Place is run down now Sad

[@noahmurphy7024]

Help us!! We live in cherokee. Our tribes government has taken our children and some of them aren't even enrolled they take mentally challenged kids away from families and place them in foster care around the country our son got moved to Louisiana. We didn't do anything wrong and we can prove it social workers lied and manipulated our son into thinking we don't love him please someone help us we need a civil rights lawyer for the state of nc please imagine not seeing your kids and not being able to hug your kids... now imagine that it'd not your fault if we had done something wrong they would've taken our other three kids

[@Bossman_71]

The natural beauty of Cherokee is amazing but the town and shops have really went downhill in that last 40 years. it’s all about the casino now and some of the towns people seem crass and even rude, sorry y’all were prohibited from videoing the museum. Mike, Karan Really enjoy what y’all do. Hope my comments don’t come off as rude!