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Gem mining in Franklin, NC
A trip from June 10, 2008 to June 15, 2008, travelling to Franklin, Tryon, Waynesville
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Franklin (33)
Dillsboro (2)
COLLEGE PARK (1)
Tryon (1)
Dillard (1)
Waynesville (1)
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Tue 06/10/08 (day 1)
Wed 06/11/08 (day 2)
Thu 06/12/08 (day 3)
Fri 06/13/08 (day 4)
Sat 06/14/08 (day 5)
06/10/2008 to 06/15/2008
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Things to do (14)
Restaurant (10)
Shopping (6)
Hotel (4)
Entertainment (3)
Transportation (1)
City (1)
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Tue 06/10/08 (day 1)
- Franklin
In
34 trips
Carolina Motel
Hotel
One of the most beautiful hotels in Franklin, this quaint hotel features two double beds in all of the tastefully …
Wed 06/11/08 (day 2)
- Franklin
In
139 trips
Mason Mountain Mine and Cowee Gift Shop
Thing to Do
Enjoy the experience of finding your own gemstone at this mine that offers a great selection of gems and minerals …
In
200 trips
Sheffield Mine
Thing to Do
This mining facility offers a native mine for true rock hounds, as well as an enriched mine for children. Star Rubie …
In
17 trips
Gem Factory, The
Shopping
You'll find an array of custom designed jewelry, minerals, and specimens at this gem store that also offers stone …
In
43 trips
Fun Factory, The
Thing to Do
The Factory is the place for games, mini-golf, bowling, go-carts, laser tag, big screen TV's, party rooms, a great …
Thu 06/12/08 (day 3)
- Franklin
In
265 trips
Rose Creek Mine Rock & Gift Shop
Thing to Do
Rose Creek Mine is one of three state licensed gem mines in Macon County. Here you can find rubies, sapphires, garne …
In
54 trips
Old Cardinal Gem Mine & Gift Shop
Thing to Do
Mining for rare gems is offered at this gem mine with all of the equipment furnished. There are cold drinks available …
In
83 trips
Mason's Ruby & Sapphire Mine
Thing to Do
Dig your own dirt for native stones at this mine that offers assistance to beginners with all tools supplied plus …
In
15 trips
Ruby City Gems
Shopping
Beautiful 14 carat gold jewelry, mineral specimens, and stone carvings and bookends are available at this lovely …
Fri 06/13/08 (day 4)
- Franklin, Tryon
Burglen's Natural Gems
Thing to Do
This shop has a wide variety of rock and fossil specimens. The owner has had his shop over thirty years and has …
In
7 trips
Blue Ridge Barbecue Festival
Thing to Do
Home of the North Carolina State BBQ Championship, this festival is considered one of the top five sanctioned barbec …
Sat 06/14/08 (day 5)
- Franklin, Waynesville
In
149 trips
Cullasaja Falls
Thing to Do
Part of the Mountain Water Scenic Byway, this beautiful waterfall is located on the Cullasaja River in the lower …
In
27 trips
Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum
Thing to Do
Located in the historic old jail on the square in Franklin, this museum features exhibits related to gems, minerals …
In
19 trips
Franklin Flea and Craft Market
Shopping
Open all day Fridays through Sunday from April to December, this market features 100 booths selling items such …
In
11 trips
Old School Antique Mall
Shopping
This antique mall is located in an old, historic school building and is situated at the gateway to the Smoky Mountains …
Old Pressley Sapphire Mine
Entertainment
Old Pressley Mine 240 Pressley Mine Road we have a nice picnic area and rock shop on the site. A great place …
In
24 trips
Wayah Bald
Thing to Do
Visitors can climb an old stone fire tower built in the days of the Civilian Conservation Corps at this unique …
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- Franklin
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421 trips
Franklin
City
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111 trips
Rocky Face Gem Mine
Thing to Do
A native and enriched gem mine that features a large variety of gemstones and a covered concrete flume that is …
In
15 trips
Center at Rose Creek, The
Thing to Do
A unique mountain retreat, this retreat is set amidst the tranquil beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains and offers one …
In
71 trips
Gold City Gem Mine
Thing to Do
This unique family venue features gem mines, a gold mine, a chairlift that will take visitors on a journey above …
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37 trips
Franklin Motel, The
Hotel
Catering to families and couples, this quaint and cozy motel offers spacious guest rooms with your choice of one …
In
10 trips
Mini Niagara Falls
Hotel
Overlooking two streams and a cascading waterfall on several acres of private property, this large and spacious …
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Carolina Motel
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Mason Mountain Mine and Cowee Gift Shop
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Sheffield Mine
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Gem Factory, The
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Fun Factory, The
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Rose Creek Mine Rock & Gift Shop
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Old Cardinal Gem Mine & Gift Shop
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Mason's Ruby & Sapphire Mine
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Ruby City Gems
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Blue Ridge Barbecue Festival
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Cullasaja Falls
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Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum
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Franklin Flea and Craft Market
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Wayah Bald
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Rocky Face Gem Mine
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Center at Rose Creek, The
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Gold City Gem Mine
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Franklin Motel, The
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Mini Niagara Falls
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Carolina Motel
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Mason Mountain Mine and Cowee Gift Shop
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Sheffield Mine
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Gem Factory, The
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Fun Factory, The
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Rose Creek Mine Rock & Gift Shop
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Old Cardinal Gem Mine & Gift Shop
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Mason's Ruby & Sapphire Mine
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Ruby City Gems
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Blue Ridge Barbecue Festival
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Cullasaja Falls
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Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum
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Franklin Flea and Craft Market
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Wayah Bald
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Rocky Face Gem Mine
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Center at Rose Creek, The
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Gold City Gem Mine
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Franklin Motel, The
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Mini Niagara Falls
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