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amybrooke Says: Rafting on the Nantahala River is great for beginners. The rapids are sometimes Class 3, but for the most part they are calm. Its really cold even in the summer b/c the trees hang over the river and keep it shaded. It is alot of fun with 4-6 people.
Stephen-KarenConn Says: There is so much to see and do at Nantahala, but for us the number one priority when we come here is to spend time with family. With 12 brothers and sisters, our children and grandchildren, all living in scattered cities, there's always lots of catching up to do.The first...
Firepoint on vacationrentals.com: A cabin w/Best view of Fontana and the Smokies
moutainwarren Says: This is a very peaceful and comfortable house with incredible views and all the amenities. We watched the "smoke" rise off of Fontana lake and Clingman's Dome every morning. They have a nice deck off the master, picknic tables and fire pit which we hung out at a lot. We...
NANTAHALA MOUNTAIN RETREAT: MOUNTAIN CABINS
amybrooke Says: THEY HAVE MANY CABINS TO CHOOSE FROM AND IF YOU GO TO THEIR SITE YOU CAN HAVE A VIRTUAL TOUR OF THEM ALL. DEPENDS ON HOW MANY AND HOW REMOTE YOU WISH TO BE. WE GO ONCE A YEAR AND ALWAYS ENJOY THE QUITE BEAUTY OF THE APPALACHIAN MTNS.
Nantahala Village: A Grand Old Mountain Resort
Stephen-KarenConn Says: Nantahala Village offers a variety of accomodations. There is a modern lodge, and cabins from rustic to modern. Every year our family rents the Tabor House, an old farmhouse with a wrap around porch that was here before this property was a resort. We use it as a central...
River's End Cafe: Eat Overlooking the River
Stephen-KarenConn Says: The best thing I like about River's End Cafe is that it sits right on the Nantahala River, near the point where rafters and kayakers end their runs. It's a great place to celebrate with your friends, or just have a luscious burger with a fantastic view. I love their...
Nantahala Village Restaurant: Don't Miss the Rainbow Trout
Stephen-KarenConn Says: Every year we enjoy two or three meals at the Nantahala Village Restaurant and it is always a memorable experience. The atmosphere is great, the food is excellent, the service attentive, and the view superb. There is a dining room with a large fireplace at one end, and also...
Nantahala Outfitters Store: Gear for the Outdoors Enthusiast
Stephen-KarenConn Says: If you are in the market for camping, backpacking or whitewater gear, the Nantahala Outfitters Store stocks one of the best selections you will find anywhere. Can't get to Nantahala? They also offer their merchandise online. Check it out by clicking the web link below. If...
Nantaha Village General Store: Souvenirs and Sundries
Stephen-KarenConn Says: Nantahala is for lovers, families, and outdoor enthusiasts. It's not your best venue for shopping. However, Nantahala Village does have a General Store where you can pick up a few items that you might need. It is directly across the highway from the lodge and offers a...
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Tens of thousands of people shoot the rapids on the Nantahala every year without a problem, but an unfortunate few have drowned here. Some of the rapids rate a class III, although most of the river is more gentle. Never go onto the river without a life jacket, and if you are in a Kayak, wear a helmet as well.
Also, never go beyond the normal disembarkation point just below Lesser Wesser Falls. Only .2 mile downriver from there is the Wesser Falls (sometimes known as Worser Wesser). It is extremely dangerous and if you ignore the warnings and go over it your chances of survival will be slim.
Updated Oct 20, 2004
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For a unique experience that you will not soon forget take a ride on the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, pulled by an authentic old steam locomotive. Excursions are offered throughout the year from Dillsboro to Bryson City, North Carolina. Some of the trips include a stop at the Nantahala Outdoors Center. The main station is about 10 miles north of Nantahala in Bryson City.
The 53 mile route includes the most scenic section of the Nantahala River Gorge. There are two tunnels and 25 bridges along the way.
Departures and rates vary with the season, so check the web link below for more details.
Updated Oct 20, 2004
Phone: 1-800-872-4681
Website: www.gsmr.com
Take a Hike on the Appalachian Trail
Stephen-KarenConn Says: The world famous Appalachian Trail passes right through the heart of the Nantahala Gorge. Follow the white blazes from here and you can go south to Springer Mountain, Georgia, or north to Mount Katahdin, Maine - more than 2,174 miles in all.Over the years I have hiked...
World Class Whitewater Rafting
Stephen-KarenConn Says: The Nantahala River is famous for its whitewater rafting and kayaking. There are numerous outfitters which offer trips, or you can bring your own craft and go down the river for free. Whitewater sports are extremely popular and thousands of people will shoot the river on a...
Stephen-KarenConn Says: One of the activities we especially enjoy at Nantahala is taking a trail ride. There are stables at the Village with guided rides available by the hour, half day, or day. The trails lead through majestic wooded mountains with wonderful views of Fontana Lake, and the Great...
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Favorite thing: An active family will never have to be bored at Nantahala Village. There is a playground for the children, a game room, vollyball court, tennis courts, shuffleboard and minature golf, as well as horseback and hiking trails. A short distance away are numerous other activities, a casino and shopping in Cherokee, and the historic sites and natural splendor of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Updated Oct 20, 2004
Nantahala: Land of the Noonday Sun
Nantahala is the name of a river, a gorge, a National Forest, and a small rural mountain community in the Smoky Mountains of Western North Carolina. "Nantahala" is a Cherokee word which means "Land of...
we started at the NOC and began hiking up the Appalachian Trail southbound. And up and up and up. The trail gains more than 4000 vertical feet over the course of the section. The elevation gain...
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