Welcome to our little slice of heaven.
Smoky Falls Property/Home Owners Association
Report Road Hazards
Contact the Smoky Falls POA to report issues, or road problems.
Send in Pictures
Get out and enjoy all that nature has to offer and share it with us.
Renter/Visitor Info
Please help us maintain our roads and rules on our mountain home.
SFPOA Board Update
Updated: October 2026
Happy Fall Y’all!
The temperatures are getting cooler and the leaves are starting to turn— a beautiful season has begun in the mountains!
We have some updates we would like to share with you.
We would like to welcome Keith Herbenar as an alternate on the Smoky Falls Property Owners Association (SFPOA) Board. Keith will serve as an alternate, along with Roger Levine, who also serves as the Smoky Falls Historian. Thank you both!
Additionally, we would like to advise that Jim Drews (who had originally expressed an interest in the President’s position on the Board) has rescinded his interest in the position.
Vivian B. Alvarez, (who was most recently President), has agreed/volunteered to stay on as President until we have other nominations.
The SFPOA Board has open nominations for either the President position or the Vice President position. Vivian will fill the Vice President position, once we have a new President, per official records.
Please kindly advise the SFPOA Board if any resident in good standing (dues and/or special assessments have been paid) is interested in becoming a volunteer Board Member.
Per the official records, as it stands now, Vivian Alvarez becomes Vice President as of October 1st, and the President’s position becomes vacant.
You may make nominations or send questions by clicking on the button. Thank you for noting the above matters!
Sincerely,
THE SMOKY FALLS PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION BOARD
Upcoming Events
-
Smoky Mountains Bluegrass Festival 2026
Saturday, October 24th
10am to 6pm
Don’t miss a Saturday performance of Great Bluegrass Bands! Get ready for another unforgettable experience at the Haywood County Arts Council’s Annual Bluegrass Festival Fundraiser — our biggest fundraiser of the year!
Returning to the beautiful Maggie Valley Festival Grounds, right in the heart of leaf season in Haywood County — the perfect backdrop for a full day of music, art, food, and community.
The festival includes award-winning bluegrass bands, vendors, raffles, artist member demonstrations and artwork, a child and adult playground, and local drinks and food.
General Admission: $65 plus tax (advance/at-gate); Youth: Free for ages 12 and under.
-
Screamfest Halloween Festival 2026
Friday, October 30th | 12pm-12am
Saturday, October 31st | 12pm-12am
The fog is rolling in… and ScreamFest is taking over the Maggie Valley Festival Grounds! Get ready for 2 nights of spooky fun, creepy surprises, and Halloween memories you won’t forget. Wander through haunted trail scares, sing your heart out at karaoke, shop with eerie vendors, grab food from local trucks, and show off your best costume for the contest! We’ll have live music, games, face painting, Halloween fun around every corner, and plenty of tricks and treats for all ages. Special appearance by actor/artist Jeremy Palko (known from The Walking Dead and Bloodline). So gather your ghouls, witches, vampires, and monsters and come celebrate Halloween with us at ScreamFest!
Cost: $10 admission for adults/general attendees; children 12 and under are free.
-
Maggie Valley Barbecue Festival 2026
Friday, November 6th | 8am-5pm
Saturday, November 7th | 8am-5pm
Come on out and get some incredible '“Q”! The Maggie Valley Barbecue Festival is an annual celebration of authentic Appalachian barbecue, community, and agricultural heritage, held in the heart of the Smoky Mountains at the Maggie Valley Fairgrounds! Featuring a Whole Hog Barbecue Competition, a Wing Competition, live music, vendors, and family-friendly activities. A portion of the proceeds directly benefit the Haywood County FFA. By connecting food, farming, and community, the festival strengthens local agriculture and tourism while creating a meaningful economic and educational impact for Haywood County. Hosted by: Ben’s Backdraft Barbecue
Cost: Admission Only ($5); Admission + Food Ticket ($20); 1 pound of Whole Hog BBQ ($15)
Sign Up to Receive Smoky Falls Property Owners Text Messages
Resources to File Reports, Complaints & Ask Questions
As a reminder, the sole purpose of the Smoky Falls Property Owner (SFPOA) Board is to provide for road maintenance of hard surfaced roads within Smoky Falls (SFPOA By-Laws: Article VII, Section I). If you find yourself in a situation where you need to file a complaint or ask for assistance regarding any other matter, we have compiled a short list of resources here for you to easily access.
Haywood Planning & Zoning
828-452-6632
The Haywood County Planning & Zoning Board should be called for issues regarding HOME UPKEEP (SAFETY, APPEARANCE, QUALITY OF LIFE), EXTERIOR CONDITION OF HOME (EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF WOOD, CLUTTER, TRASH, AND OTHER MATERIALS), DISREPAIR, etc. The P&Z also guides the county's growth by preparing and amending development plans, recommending land use policies and ordinances, gathering planning data, and ensuring new developments fit the long-term vision, promoting orderly growth for public welfare, safety, and wise land use.
Haywood Environmental Health
828-452-6651
The Haywood Environmental Health Department should be contacted to REPORT ILLEGAL DUMPING, HAZARDOUS MATERIAL SPILLS, PUBLIC HEALTH THREATS FROM ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS, etc. The office works to protect the community by ensuring safe and healthy environments. The team conducts inspections and issues permits for water supplies, wells, and septic systems. They also oversee inspections and permitting for restaurants, food trucks, lodging establishments, schools, and more—helping safeguard the places where we live, learn, eat, and gather.
Haywood Sheriff Department
828-452-6666
The Haywood County Sheriff’s Office should be called for matters relating to DOMESTIC ISSUES, NOISE NUISANCES, INTENTIONAL ROAD BLOCKING, etc. The office is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week regardless of holidays or adverse weather conditions. For law enforcement emergencies (like crimes in progress, violent threats, etc.) call 911. For non-emergencies (reporting minor incidents, general inquiries, community assistance, etc.) call them on their non-emergency line provided above. They seek to diligently maintain the highest level of integrity, honor, and professionalism.
Smoky Falls Property Owners now have their own online Member Area
Reminder…
The local Fire Marshall has brought to our attention that some residents aren’t regularly trimming the trees and shrubs adjacent to their driveways, which could possibly block an emergency vehicle from getting to a home or property during an actual emergency. Please understand that every resident is responsible for maintaining the landscaping that is adjacent to their driveways so emergency vehicles can easily reach every home or property. Please reference the “FAQ” tab of this website for more information.
History of Smoky Falls
Smoky Falls is a majestic mountain community that sits high above Highway 19 nestled among the serene, natural surroundings of the Great Smoky Mountains. Located in Maggie Valley, NC, one of the highest valleys on the east coast, it boasts an average altitude of 3200' to over 5000' elevation. Soco Falls, the Cherokee Indian Reservation, and Harrahs Casino is situated only minutes away. Exploring and activities await you at the nearby Cataloochee Ski Area, Cataloochee Ranch, and the Cataloochee Range. And, Waynesville, Asheville, Gatlinburg, are just a short drive away. There is so much to see and do in our beautiful Smoky Mountain home!
Thank you to our photo contributors: Chris Gawle, Mary Prince, Kenny Hancock, Debbie Palmer, Dan Wastler, Marne MacPhee, Barbara Gomez, Rick G., Melissa Howell, Karen Pinkham, Jude Lobe, Don Washabaugh
HURRICANE HELENE PICTURES
September 26, 2024
