Upcoming Events

Join a group of like-minded female paddlers for a weekend 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 and lakes representing a range of skill levels, and are open to all […]

From the local favorites to new regional acts, all live from the river banks of the Nantahala. Raft, dine, then jam with us with Live Music every Friday and Saturday from 5pm-8pm between Memorial Day and Labor Day! See the Schedule Below!

We’re planning to kick off Summer with a bang! Come and enjoy live music, family-friendly activities, giveaways, adventure, and more right on the beautiful Nantahala River.  Event Highlights: Local Artisan Village featuring local craftspeople and artisans Face Painter Community Partner booths Live Music Riverside 1 – 4 pm Jacob’s Well Live Music Riverside 5 – […]

From the regional crafters to local guide artisans, set up on the river banks of the Nantahala. Come and meet these vendors and more on the second Saturday of every month from 12 pm-5 pm, May – September. If you are interested in joining us as a vendor, please fill out your information here: https://forms.gle/BgqQQpY4XSGqtH6f6

Get ready for NOC’s Annual Not Your Average Ladies Night! One of our favorite events of the year where we get to celebrate Women in the Outdoors! Meet us at the Outfitter’s Store for camaraderie, a VIP private shopping experience, a speaker presentation, food and drinks, and prizes.   Registration coming soon!

Just west of Asheville, you’ll find some hidden gems buried in the small mountain towns of Western North Carolina. From local breweries with unique and tasty pours to creative artisans and quality craftspeople, these folks help make our home as unique as the rivers that flow here. Morning rafting packages and afternoon event ticket packages […]

  Get ready for Tread Fest, the ultimate weekend mountain biking festival coming soon to the NOC! Start your day with an adrenaline-pumping morning race, clinics to improve your skills, a variety of vendors, and a used gear swap for great deals. Stay tuned for more details! Go ahead and reserve your lodging for the […]

NOC’s beloved Guest Appreciation Festival brings together outdoor and adventure enthusiasts and guests for a weekend festival to close out the season! Enjoy retails, gear and boat sales, demos, Nantahala Releases, live music and more!

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, CPR, and wilderness survival […]

Get ready for the first Women’s Pedal Fest for mountain biking education, experience, and empowerment in the heart of the Nantahala National Forest!

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 – May 5-7 & Sept 8-10 Join a group of women paddlers under the supportive instruction of NOC’s rock star female instructors for a weekend of […]

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.

2023 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, especially in the Southeast. Nantahala Outdoor Center is a proud sponsor of American Whitewater’s work to protect and restore rivers across the country. Learn […]

2023 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, […]