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Nantahala River Gorge
Area Status: Open
Nantahala River Gorge on the Nantahala Ranger District.
At a Glance
| Operational Hours: | Dawn to Dusk |
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| Rentals & Guides: | Various Outfitter and guides are available for whitewater rafting and fishing. |
| Fees: | $2 per person for a daily pass and $10 per person for an annual pass. Fee is for rafting on the Nantahala River. If planning a trip with a permitted outfitter, the daily fee is included. |
| Usage: | Heavy |
| Restrictions: | Alcohol is prohibited at recreation sites along the gorge and on the Nantahala River. |
| Closest Towns: | Bryson City and Franklin |
| Water: | None |
| Restroom: | none |
| Operated By: | Nantahala National Forest, Nantahala Ranger District, 90 Sloan Rd, Franklin, NC 28734, 828-524-6441 |
General Information
Directions: From Franklin follow 64W to Old Murphy Road (SR 1442) turn right and travel .2 miles to SR 1310 W Wayah Road and turn left. For 28 miles stay on 1310 W which passes Nantahala Lake. Continue through Beechertown passing the Nantahala River Launch Site. Make a right onto US 19N/74E and welcome to the Gorge.Activities
River and Stream Fishing
Day Hiking
Viewing Scenery
Picnicking
dispersed picnic areas at pull-offs| Difficulty Level: | Easy |
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Scenic Driving
Boating - Non-Motorized
Alerts & Warnings
Location
Area/Length :
The Nantahala River offers 8.5 miles of whitewater adventure.
Latitude :
35.305520
Longitude :
-83.649519