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The Perfect Getaway in Western North Carolina
No Western North Carolina trip is complete without an NOC rafting adventure! For many families, rafting in the French Broad, or Nantahala National Forest is one of the highlights of their vacation. Both Rivers and Outposts offer a plethora of exciting activities!
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French Broad River Rafting: Full-Day (with Lunch)
This full-day trip offers family-friendly French Broad river rafting with fun rapids, scenic mountain views of Pisgah Forest, and a riverside lunch. One of the best things to do in Asheville, NC!
8+ Years Old
March-October
5-8 Hours Long
French Broad Rafting: Half-Day Deluxe (with Lunch)
This half-day trip offers family-friendly whitewater rafting on the French Broad with fun rapids, scenic mountain views of Pisgah Forest and a riverside lunch. One of the best things to do in Asheville, NC.
8+ Years Old
March-October
3-5 Hours Long
French Broad River Rafting: Half-Day
Family-friendly whitewater rafting on the French Broad offers fun, splashy rapids and scenic mountain views of Pisgah National Forest. One of the best things to do in Asheville, NC.
8+ Years Old
March-October
3-4 Hours Long
Nantahala River Rafting
The classic family friendly whitewater rafting trip on an iconic mountain river. This popular trip is perfect for families and paddlers of any skill level.
7+ Years Old
March-October
Min 60 Lbs
3 Hours Long
Guided Mountain Biking
Experience fun trails and scenic overlooks with a guided mountain biking tour on Tsali or on campus Flint Ridge Trails! Guests will receive top of the line equipment, instruction and guidance along with a trailside snack!
10+ Years Old
April-October
3-4 Hours Long
Nantahala River Guided Ducky Trip
Paddle your own adventure in an inflatable kayak alongside an NOC professionally trained guide. Great for learning new whitewater techniques and exploring the Nantahala River.
9+ Years Old
March-October
3 Hours Long
Bryson City- 500 Acres of Adventure!
About a 90 minute drive through the mountains is NOC’s 500-acre campus in Bryson City offering water and aerial adventures perfect for families, with onsite restaurants, lodging and shopping.
Adventures include a guided Nantahala River whitewater rafting trip, or aerial adventures like Mountain Top Zip Lining with 360° of the Smokies! Challenge yourself with our Zip Line Adventure Park with a ropes course and climbing wall!
Traverse the local trails with mountain bike rentals or a guided tour!