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Nantahala, United State
(eastern)
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Nickname: the Nanty
Western North Carolina, through the Great Smoky Mountains
USDA Forest Service
Wayah Ranger District
Nantahala National Forest
90 Sloan Road, Franklin
North Carolina 28734
+1 704 524 6441
+1 704 369 6592 (fax)
Swain County Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 509, Bryson City
North Carolina 28713
+1 704 488 3681
800 867 9246
Length of trip
8 miles in 3-4 hours
Season
Mid-March through late October. The water levels are controlled by a dam and
therefore remain constant
Weather
April can be cold (with occasional snow), but daytime temperatures are usually
in the 60s and 70s (F). Daytime temperatures reach 75F in May and into the 80s
during the summer, when it can be crowded on weekends. September and October
temperatures average in the 60s and 70s. The humidity is usually high from late
spring through early autumn, but the deep narrow valleys of the Nantahala,
which means Land of the Noonday Sun in Cherokee, shroud rafters in forest
shade. No-see-ums can be pesky on summer nights
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Location: about 50 miles west of Asheville
Boats: Kayaks, paddle rafts
Rapids: Numerous Class II and two Class III rapids. A hydroelectric dam pumps
water from the bottom of Lake Nantahala, so the water is always clear and cold
(between 45¢X and 50¢X), perfect for a bracing swim
Lodging: Wooded campgrounds around the Nantahala, as well as a variety of
accommodations in nearby Bryson City and Cherokee
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attractions
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Special features:
Beautiful deep gorge in a thick hardwood forest. The cold water frequently
causes an eerie mist to hang over the river
Plunge over challenging Class III Nanty Falls
Excellent hiking in the Nantahala National Forest
Wildflowers and flowering trees and shrubs in spring and early summer
Swimming in chilly but clear slow-moving pools
White-tailed deer, black bears, European wild boars, wild turkeys, grouse,
quail
Brilliant foliage in autumn
Excellent trout fishing
Suitable for seniors in good physical condition, novice as well as experienced
rafters, and families. Check with your outfitter about age limits for children
Nearby excursions:
Appalachian Trail
Nantahala National Forest
Tsali Recreational Area, one of the Southeast's best areas for mountain biking
Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest, one of the last stands of uncut timber
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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