Nantahala Ranger District


View of water cascading over Whitewater Falls

The Nantahala Ranger District stretches 250,000 acres across Macon, Jackson and Swain counties offering a variety of recreational opportunities from camping to off-highway vehicle riding. This District is a diverse, rugged, and mountainous area with raging rivers, granite walls, and waterfalls. Visitors can enjoy the remoteness of the Southern Nantahala Wilderness, a scenic drive along the Mountain Waters Byway or a view Whitewater Falls, the highest falls east of the Rocky Mountains. The Nantahala is also home to four long distance trails, the Appalachian, Bartram, Foothills, and Mountains-to-Sea Trails. Come experience the outdoors and explore the Nantahala! Nantahala Ranger District, 90 Sloan Road, Franklin, NC 28734, (828) 524-6441

Activities

Mountain Biking

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Road Cycling

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Campground Camping

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RV Camping

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Group Camping

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Dispersed Camping

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Cabin Rentals

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Rock Climbing

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Lake and Pond Fishing

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River and Stream Fishing

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Day Hiking

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Backpacking

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Horse Camping

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Horse Riding

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Big Game Hunting

Recreation areas with activity Big Game Hunting: Visit www.ncwildlife.org or call (888) 248-6824
Species Deer, Bear

Small Game Hunting

Recreation areas with activity Small Game Hunting: Visit www.ncwildlife.org or call (888) 248-6834

Viewing Wildlife

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Viewing Plants

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Viewing Scenery

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OHV Trail Riding

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Target Shooting

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Interpretive Areas

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Picnicking

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Group Picnicking

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Scenic Driving

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Boating - Non-Motorized

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Swimming

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Recreation Activities