Our Smoky Mountain Home Guidebook
Exciting Adventures
Nantahala means "Land of the Noon-day Sun" in Cherokee and this river offers adventures in white-water rafting, fishing, and hiking. Trout Unlimited has named the river one of the top 100 Trout Rivers in North America and is a perfect trout fishing destination.
There are river rafting companies offering excursions down the 8-mile long section with Class II and Class III rapids. Ziplining is also available
23 locals recommend
Nantahala River
Nantahala means "Land of the Noon-day Sun" in Cherokee and this river offers adventures in white-water rafting, fishing, and hiking. Trout Unlimited has named the river one of the top 100 Trout Rivers in North America and is a perfect trout fishing destination.
There are river rafting companies offering excursions down the 8-mile long section with Class II and Class III rapids. Ziplining is also available
Check out this link to favorite hikes around the Nantahala Outdoor Center. From family-friendly easy hikes to difficult hikes for the avid hiker, there is something for everyone's skill level in this beautiful area. Reward yourself with spectacular views of the Smoky Mountains!
https://noc.com/lifestyle/news/favorite-hikes-in-western-north-carolina
446 locals recommend
Nantahala Outdoor Center
13077 U.S. Highway 19Check out this link to favorite hikes around the Nantahala Outdoor Center. From family-friendly easy hikes to difficult hikes for the avid hiker, there is something for everyone's skill level in this beautiful area. Reward yourself with spectacular views of the Smoky Mountains!
https://noc.com/lifestyle/news/favorite-hikes-in-western-north-carolina
Food scene
Fabulous food and views in a relaxed, family atmosphere. Watch the rafters negotiate the river while enjoying great food, excellent beer and wine. The restaurant was recently featured in Our State: North Carolin and offers mouth-watering American cuisine. The view and proximity to the river are worth the short drive even if you don't stop for a wonderful lunch, dinner or afternoon snack. Enjoy your libation directly beside the roaring river.
48 locals recommend
River's End Restaurant
13077 US-19Fabulous food and views in a relaxed, family atmosphere. Watch the rafters negotiate the river while enjoying great food, excellent beer and wine. The restaurant was recently featured in Our State: North Carolin and offers mouth-watering American cuisine. The view and proximity to the river are worth the short drive even if you don't stop for a wonderful lunch, dinner or afternoon snack. Enjoy your libation directly beside the roaring river.