The '' ' Southern Highroads Trail ' '' is an important historical route that brings visitors face-to-face with the rich history and legends from the region 's past . This was the homeland of the Cherokee Nation . The route encompasses the Chieftain 's Trail which memorializes the Trail of Tears . Visitors can learn about the Cherokee Indians , and also the early settlers that came in search of gold , set up farms and made their homes here
Trail of Tears
Trail of Tears
Southern Highroads Trail