Soco Craft & Tower — Local services in North Carolina

If you’re in the Maggie Valley area, make it a point to stop by the Soco Tower. I don’t know of any other observation area with an admission as low as 50 cents, and the view is truly breathtaking. I visited with my family (including my two small children) and though my mom senses were going berserk from the height, the whole experience was quite safe and secure. I didn’t spend much time browsing the actual store, but I noticed a wide variety of souvenirs available and the prices didn’t seem outrageous. The staff were friendly and welcoming as well. The tower itself is the highlight of this attraction, though there are lower observation areas available for those who are unable or hesitant to venture up quite so high. The top observation deck is fenced for safety and offers several viewing scopes. The photos speak for themselves. You can’t get this kind of view from just anywhere. Worth far more than the price...

Soco Craft & Tower 🗼 IS a once-in-a-lifetime momen. Mine lasted less than 10 minutes today, but it was the first time in my life I had ever seen this view. I could have only spent the 2 minutes I had budgeted for this particular STOP on Hwy. 19 coming off of Hwy. 441 TOWARDS Historic Maggie Valley in Haywood County, North Carolina, USA. I am still comprehending the Sun Blowing Hours Sir MARIO told me the Soco Craft & Tower runs on weekdays and weekends. The trip up the TOWER was $1.00. Coming down was FREE and I never contemplated NOT using the stairs. Great Goodness, ancient Americans NEVER had the VIEW I had this morning. If you haven't approached Ghost Town in the Sky (Tweetsie Railroad in the SKY) MAGGIE VALLEY in a couple decades like me - you are in for the Ride of your Life OR just one moment in time. I'm trying to think where I am right now actually. Have a great day today no matter...

It's a 50 cent tourist trap. And I mean that in a very good way.

This little spot is tucked away in a corner not quite in the heart of Maggie Valley. The "trap" is the four story tower that costs 50 cents to climb. The nice views from the tower and the general novelty of the attraction is worth every penny.

Of course, the tower is simply a way to get folks in the shop. It's a small shop, but manages to pack in a decent selection of grab-n-go eats, sundries, gifts, and souvenirs. It's a picturesque shop that is the very definition of a roadside shop and is perfect for a feature film location.

Do stop when passing by. Buy some molasses. And climb the...