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The official tourism website for Nantahala NC lodging and activities. Boating and fishing on Lake Nantahala, rafting the Nantahala River, hiking trails and more. Unspoiled corner of the Smoky Mountains.
The Nantahala forest is divided into three districts: Cheoah in Robbinsville, Tusquitee in Murphy, and the Nantahala in Franklin. A part of the Appalachian Trail is in this forest where many people hike.
The largest of North Carolina's four National Forests, the Nantahala encompasses 531,148 acres with elevations ranging from 5,800 feet at Lone Bald in Jackson County to 1,200 feet in Cherokee County along Hiwassee River.
Nantahala Lake and Nantahala River high in the North Carolina mountains with great fishing and boating. Wayah Bald scenic hike and mountain view. Picnic by Queens Creek Lake, hike the Bartram Trail, the Appalachian Trail.
Immerse yourself in the emerald embrace of the Nantahala National Forest, a sprawling section of the Blue Ridge Mountains filled with waterfalls, ancient trees, and steep adventures among pristine lakes. Nantahala is a Cherokee word for “land of the noonday sun.”
If you want an unforgettable Whitewater Rafting experience, choose Nantahala Outdoor Center - the number one outfitter in the United States!
The lake was created in 1942 by Nantahala Power to provide electricity for war effort. With 42 miles (68 km) of shoreline, the lake offers recreational opportunities at Nantahala that include swimming, boating, skiing, and many other activities.
Nantahala National Forest, one of the largest national forests in North Carolina, spans 531,286 acres in the western part of the state. With its stunning mountain peaks, flowing rivers, and pristine lakes, Nantahala is a year-round destination for outdoor lovers.
Between the lake and the gorge, the Nantahala River drops almost a thousand feet creating some of Western North Carolina's most spectacular cascades and waterfalls. Most are easily seen from Wayah Road or Old RIver Road.
Established in 1920, Nantahala National Forest sprawls out along 531,148 acres in North Carolina’s southwest region. With district names derived from the Cherokee language, visitors will find Nantahala is as rich in history as it is in habitat.