Cataloochee Ranch

Cataloochee Ranch Lodging, dining and horseback riding. Visit us at www.cataloocheeranch.com Cataloochee Ranch was founded by “Mr. Tom” and “Miss. In 1938, Mr.
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Judy” Alexander in 1933, and was originally located in the serene, and beautiful, Cataloochee Valley. Tom purchased a large part of the present Ranch property on Fie Top Mountain from Verlin Campbell, the “Potato King” of Haywood County. From Verlin he inherited a sturdy stone and log cattle barn, now the main Ranch house, and several derelict cabins and sheds. The eroded pasture land was littered

with stumps and old potato crates, but it provided a number of excellent “bold” springs. Its 5,000-foot elevation bordering the Great Smoky Mountains National Park also created the ideal combination of extraordinary mountain views and wonderfully cool summer temperatures.

Run wild, laugh loud, and be a kid again at Cataloochee Ranch. This summer, it has been a joy to watch families make mem...
09/07/2026

Run wild, laugh loud, and be a kid again at Cataloochee Ranch. This summer, it has been a joy to watch families make memories, enjoy the outdoors, and spend time together at Cataloochee Ranch. Thanks to all of the guests who have shared the magic of summer in the Smokies with us.

At our restaurant, Switchback, we feature the freshest seasonal ingredients grown on property or by local farmers, and w...
09/05/2026

At our restaurant, Switchback, we feature the freshest seasonal ingredients grown on property or by local farmers, and we love sharing the bounty of Appalachia with you. We love watching folks gather around a table to swap stories, share plates, and savor the flavors of the season. Come join us!

What could be better than this beautiful tub in Big Dipper? Keep swiping to see the outdoor tub on Big Dipper's porch! T...
09/02/2026

What could be better than this beautiful tub in Big Dipper? Keep swiping to see the outdoor tub on Big Dipper's porch! This is the perfect space for a relaxing weekend in the mountains. With a king bedroom and separate living room with sleeper sofa, you will have plenty of space to rest and recharge after a day of mountain adventures. Bringing the whole family? Big Dipper can connect to Arrowhead next door for a second king bedroom.

Join us on September 18th at 2pm for a Vintage Cake Decorating Class! Create a beautifully decorated cake using classic ...
08/31/2026

Join us on September 18th at 2pm for a Vintage Cake Decorating Class! Create a beautifully decorated cake using classic vintage piping techniques in this hands-on class. Choose between a chocolate or vanilla cake, then follow step-by-step instruction as you learn to pipe elegant borders, ruffles, rosettes, and other timeless designs. By the end of class, you’ll have a stunning cake to take home and share with friends and family—along with the skills and confidence to recreate the look on your own. Tickets are available on Resy at the link below!

https://resy.com/cities/maggie-valley-nc/venues/switch-back-at-cataloochee-ranch/events/vintage-piping-class-2026-09-18?date=2026-08-31&seats=2

Our property and restaurant will be closed for a private event this weekend from Friday at 3pm until Sunday at 11am. We ...
08/21/2026

Our property and restaurant will be closed for a private event this weekend from Friday at 3pm until Sunday at 11am. We look forward to welcoming you back up the mountain on Sunday afternoon!

Childhood should be full of adventure, fresh air, and friendship. Discover the joy of an unplugged vacation with your fa...
08/20/2026

Childhood should be full of adventure, fresh air, and friendship. Discover the joy of an unplugged vacation with your family at Cataloochee Ranch.

This summer, one of our dreams is blooming. Our garden is planted and producing! These plans have been in the works for ...
08/19/2026

This summer, one of our dreams is blooming. Our garden is planted and producing! These plans have been in the works for a couple of years, and it's such a joy to see the vision become reality and be enjoyed by you! We are now growing some of our produce for Switchback right on property and, of course, partnering with many other local growers to provide the freshest local cuisine.

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119 Ranch Drive
Maggie Valley, NC
28751

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+18008681401

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