Cherokee Nation CCO History and Cultural Specialist Ryan Mackey performed the traditional buffalo dance song before Badlands bison were released onto Cherokee Nation land in Delaware County. | Cherokee Nation

Have you ever wondered about the lands where the Cherokee people once walked, the rivers that supported their daily lives, and the legends and folklore that sprang from these very places? Walking the Murphy River Walk in Cherokee County, it’s easy to imagine the ancient stories and wisdom that flowed alongside the Hiwassee and Valley Rivers—reminders of a culture deeply connected to this land and its waters. Step where the Cherokee once stepped, and don’t forget to scan the QR codes for a tour b