Brasstown
is unique in that it lies in both Clay County and Cherokee County in the southwestern mountains of North Carolina, near the Nantahala National Forest and the Georgia border. It’s a wonderful artisan community; home to the world renowned John C. Campbell Folk School. Against the backdrop of the Appalachian Mountains, the John C. Campbell Folk School sits on a 380-acre campus/farm in Brasstown, and offers people a peaceful place to come and experience a “blend of history, art and natural beauty.” The school has been designated a “Historic District” by the National Register of Historic Places, and offers classes in everything from spinning and weaving to storytelling. Other attractions near Brasstown include Lake Hiwassee and the Hiwassee Dam, Lake Chatuge and the Chattahoochee National Forest. Outdoor recreation is plentiful, including fishing and boating, white water rafting and kayaking, hiking and mountain biking, horseback riding and gem mining. In addition, county fairs and small town festivals abound in the area, including America’s oldest wagon train, which is the highlight of the Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration in the nearby town of Andrews. Both Cherokee County and Clay County also have craft shows, flea markets, theaters, restaurants and historical points of interest for visitors to enjoy during their visit to the area.
Surrounding areas: Warne, North Carolina (4.8 mi), Murphy, North Carolina (5.5 mi), Hayesville, North Carolina (7.9 mi), Lake Hiwassee, North Carolina (8.9 mi), Marble, North Carolina (9.5 mi), Lake Chatuge Village, North Carolina (11.4 mi), Andrews, North Carolina (13.5 mi)
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Brasstown Vacation Rentals
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Brasstown Weather & Climate
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The Mountains, due to their mild summer temperatures, have always been a welcome escape from the heat at the lower elevations. Midsummer afternoon temperatures average only around 80 degrees at elevations of 3,000 feet or higher. Nights are crisp and cool, but seldom too cold for outdoor activities or camping. In winter, snowfall is likely most years, but ski resorts use snowmaking equipment to ensure a reliable supply. Large amounts of snow and extreme low temperatures are rare except at the highest peaks. Rainfall is common in spring and summer. In spring, storm systems that bring cold weather southward reach North Carolina less often and less forcefully than in other parts of the country. Occasional invasions of cool dry air from the north continue during the summer, but are of short duration. Fall has warm days and cool nights and is the driest period.
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| Month |
High Temp |
Low Temp |
Rainfall |
Ocean Temp |
| January |
48°F |
25°F |
5.81 in. |
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| February |
52°F |
27°F |
5.07 in. |
- |
| March |
60°F |
33°F |
5.86 in. |
- |
| April |
69°F |
40°F |
4.58 in. |
- |
| May |
76°F |
49°F |
4.85 in. |
- |
| June |
82°F |
58°F |
4.76 in. |
- |
| July |
86°F |
62°F |
4.94 in. |
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| August |
85°F |
62°F |
4.66 in. |
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| September |
80°F |
56°F |
3.92 in. |
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| October |
71°F |
42°F |
3.13 in. |
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| November |
60°F |
34°F |
4.57 in. |
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| December |
51°F |
27°F |
4.91 in. |
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Brasstown Map & Transportation
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The closest airports in the area are the Mc Ghee Tyson airport (TYS) located about 53 miles north of Brasstown in Knoxville, Tennessee, the Gatlinburg Pigeon Forge airport (GKT) located approximately 61 miles northeast of Brasstown in Sevierville, Tennessee, Lovell Field (CHA) located roughly 70 miles west of Brasstown in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Gwinnett County Briscoe Field (LZU) located around 73 miles south of Brasstown in Lawrenceville, Georgia, and finally the Winder Barrow airport (WDR) located about 74 miles south of Brasstown in Winder, Georgia.
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Brasstown Attractions
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| | | Amusement and Theme Parks |
| Cherokee Fun Park | Cherokee | NC | 47.1 mi. | | | Santa's Land | Cherokee | NC | 47.1 mi. | | | Dollywood | Pigeon Forge | TN | 56.6 mi. | | | Rockin' Raceway | Pigeon Forge | TN | 56.6 mi. | | | Ghost Town in the Sky | Maggie Valley | NC | 58.7 mi. | | | NASCAR SpeedPark | Sevierville | TN | 61.5 mi. | | | Lake Winnepesaukah | Rossville | GA | 75.4 mi. | | | American Adventures | Marietta | GA | 82.4 mi. | | | Stone Mountain Park | Stone Mountain | GA | 86.0 mi. | |
| | | Water Parks |
| Lake Lanier Island Beach & Water Park | Lake Lanier Island | GA | 59.7 mi. | | | White Water Park | Marietta | GA | 82.4 mi. | |
| | | Golf Courses |
| Cherokee Hills Golf & Country Club | Murphy | NC | 5.4 mi. | | | Chatuge Shores Golf Course | Hayesville | NC | 7.9 mi. | | | Mountain Harbour Golf & Yacht Club | Hayesville | NC | 7.9 mi. | | | Butternut Creek Golf Course | Blairsville | GA | 11.3 mi. | | | Copper Basin Golf Club | Copperhill | TN | 23.8 mi. | | | Innsbruck Golf Club | Helen | GA | 26.8 mi. | |
| | | Ski Areas |
| Scaly Mountain | Scaly Mountain | NC | 36.3 mi. | | | Cataloochee | Maggie Valley | NC | 58.7 mi. | | | Ski Wolf Laurel | Mars Hill | NC | 96.2 mi. | |
| | | State Parks |
| Chatuge State Park | | GA | 10.0 mi. | | | Vogel State Park | | GA | 21.6 mi. | | | Moccasin Creek State Park | | GA | 25.4 mi. | | | Unicoi State Park | | GA | 25.9 mi. | | | Black Rock Mountain State Park | | GA | 32.5 mi. | | | Amicalola Falls State Park | | GA | 36.9 mi. | |
| | | Museums |
| Sequoyah Birthplace Museum | Vonore | TN | 41.3 mi. | (History) | | Farragut Folklife Museum | Farragut | TN | 59.5 mi. | (History) |
| | | Zoos and Aquariums |
| Knoxville Zoological Gardens | Knoxville | TN | 63.7 mi. | | | Tennessee Aquarium | Chattanooga | TN | 76.6 mi. | | | Warner Park Zoo | Chattanooga | TN | 76.6 mi. | | | Western North Carolina Nature Center | Asheville | NC | 88.2 mi. | | | Greenville Zoo | Greenville | SC | 89.5 mi. | | | Zoo Atlanta | Atlanta | GA | 92.6 mi. | |
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