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Epic Adventures for Thrill Seekers

Looking for your next adrenaline rush? Nantahala Outdoor Center has multiple exciting adventures to awaken your senses! Take on the river with a series of Class IV Whitewater Rapids complete with big drops and bounces, or soar high above the ground at speeds of over 50MPH on mountain top ziplines. Whichever you choose, your thirst for adventure will be satisfied.

Not only does NOC offer top-notch adventure on the most iconic rivers in the Southeast, our highly trained Guides are with you to make sure you get the most out of your trip. From reading and navigating the river to documenting your action shots as a photographer, the NOC staff will help everyone have a memorable experience.

NOC’s can customize a trip for whatever adventure level your group is looking for. Contact us for details today!

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Moderate-Challenging

Chattooga River Rafting: Section IV (with Lunch)

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from $140

5 (178 Reviews / 7 Q&As)

Experience one of the most iconic whitewater rafting trips in the Southeast on the Wild and Scenic Chattooga River. Natural beauty and thrilling rapids make this the “#1 Thing Every Southerner Ought to Do”.

Middle Ocoee High Adventure

Benton, TN

from $85

Experience thrilling rapids at our NOC Ocoee Outpost with our new Middle Ocoee High Adventure trip. This is a new and exciting way to experience “America’s most popular river trip.” with five miles of exciting rapids and whitewater action. This half-day guided trip is perfect for anyone looking for high adventure in Tennessee.

13+ Years Old

June-September

4+ Hours Long

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Moderate-Challenging

Upper And Middle Ocoee River Rafting: Full-Day Combo (with Lunch)

Benton, TN

from $100

5 (71 Reviews / 0 Q&As)

This full-day, guided trip combines the action-packed Upper and Middle Ocoee and a riverside lunch. Experience exciting Olympic caliber rapids through the mountains in Tennessee.

Pigeon River Rafting: Upper Pigeon Gorge

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5 (244 Reviews / 11 Q&As)

More Dates Coming In 2024!

Experience thrilling whitewater rafting with stunning scenery of the Smoky Mountains ideal for families and visitors looking to unplug in the outdoors. This adventure delivers nonstop action in a few short hours making it convenient and unforgettable.

Mountaintop Zip Line Tour

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5 (181 Reviews / 6 Q&As)

Fly through the Smoky Mountain skies on NOC’s Mountaintop Zip Line Tour! With almost two miles of zip lines from treetop to treetop, this trip is considered a premier zip line experience in the mountains of North Carolina.