Upcoming Events

Guest Appreciation Festival is our annual celebrating bringing together guests, visitors, paddlers, and staff for a weekend festival of incredible sales, whitewater, outdoor fun, and gratitude! Snag the best in outdoor gear and apparel at stunningly low prices from our new and used gear sale with names including The North Face, Chaco, Dagger Kayaks, KEEN […]

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.

2021 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 river’s across the country, and especially in the Southeast. The section of the Tallulah River that runs through the Tallulah Gorge is 3.4 miles of class IV-V whitewater. […]

2021 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, […]

Take on the Fontana Lake Best Dammed Lake Race in 2021! Join competitors for a 5K, 10K, or 15K open water swim across the gorgeous Fontana Lake. More information coming soon!  

A paddling weekend dedicated to celebrating the life of Maria Noakes; mom, wife, and internationally-known paddler and guide who inspired the river community across five continents. Join Nantahala Racing Club for a weekend of Clinics and Competition in the discipline of Freestyle. Designed for people of all ages and abilities from beginner to advanced to […]

Enjoy a fun, family-friendly weekend of adventure in the beautiful Nantahala Gorge. The Merrell Adventure Dash is all about getting outside and challenging yourself to work hard for your good time. Suitable for families as well as adults; participants will negotiate a series of natural and man-made obstacles along the 5K course, including balance components, […]

Join us for a weekend of fun at NOC during the Upper Cascades release! Shop at the Outfitters Store for great sales on paddling gear, apparel and more, or grab a meal with a view from River’s End Restaurant and watch the paddlers navigate down the river. 2021 dates and registration are coming soon!

Get ready for NOC’s Annual Not Your Average Ladies Night! Meet us at the Outfitter’s Store for a VIP private shopping experience, paddling skills sessions, food and drinks, prizes, and camaraderie. 2021 dates and registration are coming soon!

Join NOC for a race across Lake Fontana in the Great Smoky Mountains! Paddlers can choose a class of SUP, surfski, marathon, kayak, or canoe and choose to race across three or six miles of water. The Paddle Grapple offers something for every boater, whether recreational or elite. Awards will be given to top finishers […]

NOC serves as the finish line for the popular Smoky Mountain Relay Race! Join racers and spectators for a celebration and after party at Big Wesser! About the Race A scenic, wild, team adventure in the mountains of Western North Carolina, the Smoky Mountain Relay is an adventure that is not to be missed. This […]

Join a group of like-minded female paddlers for a three-day paddle festival, hosted by inspirational paddler Anna Levesque! This festival is all about fostering community by connecting, sharing, paddling, and supporting each other on the river. Trips will be offered on different rivers representing a range of skill levels, and are open to all women […]

Join us for the 2nd Annual Work Hard, Play Hard Job Fair! Managers from NOC’s Adventure, Retail, Restaurant, and HR Departments will be available for open interviews, giving you the opportunity to be hired on the spot! Browse a list of open opportunities at noccareers.com. All offers will be conditional pending successful background and reference […]