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The
Nantahala River,
located in Nantahala National Forest,
is one of America's favorite whitewater playgrounds.
Its ideal location at the edge of the Great Smoky Mountains National
Park, just a short distance from Cherokee and Bryson City, NC
makes the Nantahala River convenient to mountain vacationers.
Nantahala Falls, Nantahala River
(required)
Eight miles of clear water, constant waves and swift currents
make the Nantahala River a delight for all ages and groups interested
in an exhilarating introduction to whitewater rafting. The trip
takes over 3 hours and contains numerous class I and II rapids,
with a class III at the end. On our rafting trips, there is a
lead guide, a sweepguide, and typically a guide in about every
third raft. Since the Nantahala River is a dam-controlled river,
one can expect good water flows at all times of the year.
NEW
2006!! Rails & Trails
Start
the day out with the scenic 22 miles of the Nantahala Gorge Excursion
along the foothills fo the Smokies and up the Nantahala River
Gorge. At the top-of-the-line, disembark from the train and climb
aboard our customized Jeep® for a personal exploration
up the mountain, past waterfalls and lakes, across the Appalachian
Trail and down along the Little Tennessee River. Rendezvous back
with the rafters at Wildwater's Rafting Center for lunch then
return back to the Bryson City train depot. $86 per adult, $71
per child under 12 years, book through Wildwater Ltd. Rafting
(800) 451-9972.
Wildwater
Jeep® Adventures
Join
our skilled and knowledgeable local guides by following in the
steps of the early explorers, visiting the back roads of the region
and learning more about this beautiful region directly from North
Carolina natives.
Follow-A-Guide Trips
Guide assisted trips down the Nantahala's
8 miles of magnificent scenery provides an exhilarating introduction
to whitewater rafting. Families, groups and individuals will enjoy
this 4 hour trip. Perfect for first-timers of all ages.
Raft and Inflatable Kayak Rentals
Many groups and individuals prefer
the flexibility and excitement of guiding their own rafts or inflatable
kayaks and traveling down the river on their own. If you have
rafted before and feel comfortable with your skills, this may
be just what you are looking for.
Raft 'N Rail®
A unique family adventure found in
the heart of the Smokies. Take a 2-hour rail excursion on the
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad up the Nantahala River, meet your
guides and raft back down the river. Wildwater will meet you at
the take-out and return to our Rafting Center where dry clothes,
hot showers, and a hearty lunch await. Transportation back to
the train depot in Bryson City is provided.
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