Fall Rafting French Broad

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Adventure is in Season

Raft pristine rivers. Zip through the trees. Bike mountain trails. Hike beneath changing leaves.

Experience fall across NOC’s four river locations—the Nantahala, French Broad, Ocoee, and Chattooga—where leaf peeping meets outdoor adventure. Take in the crisp mountain air, colorful forests, and fall scenery from a whole new perspective on the water.

At our Nantahala Adventure Resort in Bryson City, craft a mountain getaway with rafting, ziplining, guided hiking, mountain biking, and ropes course challenges. Whether you’re on the river, trail, or up in the trees, there’s no shortage of ways to get outside this fall with NOC.

Bundle your lodging and adventure activities to save 20% on your trip with our Fall Stay & Play Package.

Fall on the Ocoee

Ocoee River

One of the Southeast’s most classic whitewater experiences, the Ocoee brings big splashes and exciting rapids. If your perfect fall day needs a little more adrenaline, this is your river.
Chattooga in the Fall

Chattooga River

Leave the everyday behind on the Wild & Scenic Chattooga. Surrounded by an untamed landscape, the Chattooga delivers an experience that feels removed from it all. For those who want to experience fall on the wilder side.
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More Than a Day of Adventure

Make our Bryson City adventure resort your home base for a fall mountain escape. With riverside dining, outdoor retail, seasonal events and entertainment, wilderness medicine courses, paddling programs, and lodging options for every type of traveler, everything you need for a full mountain escape is right here.

Bundle your lodging and adventure activities to save 20% on your trip with our Fall Stay & Play Package.

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