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Nantahala Outdoor Center Adventure Itineraries

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Whether you’re planning a family trip, couples getaway, or group outing, our curated itineraries, activity suggestions, and local tips will help you make the most of your adventure. We are happy to provide:

  • Accommodation recommendations
  • Activity suggestions
  • Curated itineraries and guides
  • Local expertise

The itineraries below offer a sampling of what our river outposts and surrounding areas have to offer. Want to customize your experience at NOC? Contact our reservations office at 1-800-232-7238 or use our website’s live chat feature to start planning!

Adventure Itineraries

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3-Day Nantahala Gorge Digital Detox Itinerary

Ready to unplug and reconnect with nature? This 3-day Nantahala Gorge Itinerary will help you ditch the screens for streams!
Blue Ridge Parkway, NC

3-Day Asheville, NC & French Broad River Adventure Itinerary

The perfect family-friendly getaway blending outdoor adventure, arts & culture, and scenic beauty.
Downtown Chattanooga, TN at sunset.

3-Day Chattanooga, TN & Ocoee River Adventure Itinerary

This 3-day plan pairs white water rafting on the Ocoee River with hiking, paddleboarding, and local eats.
Downtown Gatlinburg seen from a nearby ski lift

3-Day Gatlinburg, TN & Pigeon River Adventure Itinerary

This 3-day guide features white water rafting, Great Smoky Mountain hikes, and classic Gatlinburg attractions for all ages.
The Chattooga River surrounded by dense forests and free-flowing white water.

3-Day North Georgia & Chattooga River Adventure Itinerary

This plan combines Chattooga River rafting with mountain-town charm and select hikes in one of the Southeast's wildest river corridors.
Nantahala Outdoor Center in the Fall

2-Day Bryson City, NC Autumn Adventure Itinerary

A quick weekend trip to the Smoky Mountains, featuring white water rafting, ziplining, hiking, local food, and leaf peeping.

Nantahala Outdoor Center Destinations

Nantahala Adventure Resort

Nantahala River Resort, NC
French Broad Rafting

French Broad River, NC
exploring a waterfall on the Chattooga River

Chattooga River, SC
Rafters on the Ocoee River Rafting: Full-Day Combo (with Lunch) trip

Ocoee River, TN
Lower Pigeon River Rafting trip

Pigeon River, TN
woman and child canoeing on the Chattahoochee River

Chattahoochee River, GA

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