Upcoming Events

From the regional crafters to local guide artisans, set up on the riverbanks of the Nantahala. Come and meet these vendors and more on the second Saturday of every month from 12 pm-5 pm, May – September.

Women’s Wilderness Weekend is a fun and interactive weekend spent learning the fundamental basics for survival and first aid! Participants will get hands-on in the wilderness, and spend quality time in the company of experienced teachers and like-minded women. The weekend includes both classroom and experiential education, Wilderness First Aid Certification and wilderness survival skills […]

From the regional crafters to local guide artisans, set up on the riverbanks of the Nantahala. Come and meet these vendors and more on the second Saturday of every month from 12 pm-5 pm, May – September.

Postponed until 2025!

Come get FESTIVE for the Holidays with NOC, and the best guest of all: SANTA!!!

Rediscover the joy of summer at Camp Wesser’s Adult Summer Camp in Bryson City! From thrilling whitewater rafting to arts, crafts, biking, and more, our all-inclusive weekend is designed for grown-ups looking for adventure and nostalgia. Enjoy live music, delicious meals, and a chance to relive those cherished summer camp vibes. Join us for an unforgettable adults-only summer escape!

Join us to celebrate Women in the Outdoors! Meet up with like-minded women for fun, camaraderie, and adventure at a number of weekends this summer and fall! Women’s Kayak Retreat  Join a group of women paddlers under the supportive instruction of NOC’s rock star female instructors for a weekend of paddling, yoga, and companionship. Our Women’s Kayak […]

The West Fork of the Tuck is 5.5 miles of class III- IV+ whitewater, from Thorpe Dam to Thorpe Powerhouse. View the release schedules!

Ocoee whitewater with NOC is Tennessee rafting at its best. View the dam schedules including the lake levels and release schedules.

Several times a year, Duke Energy creates more forceful water releases in this section of the Nantahala River where kayakers like to paddle and bringing onlookers to watch. NOC will provide shuttle to paddlers parking at the Cascades put-in.

2024 Tallulah River scheduled releases are brought to you by American Whitewater. Nantahala Outdoor Center is a proud sponsor of American Whitewater’s work to protect and restore rivers across the country. Learn more about becoming an American Whitewater member here. The section of the Tallulah River that runs through the Tallulah Gorge is 3.4 miles […]

2024 Cheoah River scheduled releases are brought to you by American Whitewater. Nantahala Outdoor Center is a proud sponsor of American Whitewater and their efforts to conserve whitewater here in the Southeast. Learn more about the non-profit organization American Whitewater and how to become a member here. The 9.25 mile section of the Cheoah River, […]