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Rapids on the Nantahala River Rafting

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Nantahala River, NC

Nantahala Outdoor Center’s main campus is located at the intersection of the Appalachian Trail and the Nantahala River, just outside the Great Smoky Mountains. A mecca for outdoor enthusiasts since 1972, the 500-acre campus has plenty of options for keeping your entire group happy and active, whether you spend the day or a week!

  • If you’re looking for adventure, then take a white water raft or inflatable kayak(ducky) for a Nantahala River rafting adventure.
  • Paddle the scenic Lake Fontana with a SUP or kayak.
  • Fly above the canopy with NOC’s Mountaintop Zip Line Tour, and test your skills at the Zip Line Adventure Park – a challenge course with 16 aerial obstacles.
  • Kids of all ages will have a blast at NOC’s Treetop Adventure Nets – the country’s first 100% net-based aerial playground.
  • Combine several adventures with our packages for a whole day of adventure!

There’s also mountain biking on nine miles of private trails, shopping at NOC’s flagship Outfitter’s Store, onsite cabin and bunkhouse lodging, plus dining and relaxing at NOC’s famous riverfront restaurants – River’s End Restaurant and Big Wesser.

Nantahala River Trips

Self-Guided
Easy-Moderate

Fontana Lake Kayak & SUP Rentals

Bryson City, NC
from $35
4.8 (4 Reviews / 2 Q&As)
Explore local Lake Fontana Lake by SUP or Sit on Top Kayak!

Explore beautiful Fontana Lake at your own pace by way of Kayak or Stand Up Paddleboard. NOC offers both tandem and single kayak rentals so you can enjoy a peaceful trip on the lake alone or with a friend! Keep your ears open for the sound of waterfalls and your eyes peeled for signs of wildlife.

4+ Years Old
May-September
2 Hours Long
Women kayaking and SUPing on the Fontana Lake Kayak & SUP Rentals trip
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Rinse & Repeat Discount

Raft more, save more! Book 2 NOC whitewater rafting trips on different rivers and save 10%, book 3 different rivers and save 15%, or book 4 different rivers and save 20% on your entire rafting reservation.
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Stay and Play Discount

Outdoor Adventure at your doorstep! Stay 2 or more nights at NOC lodging and save 10% on outdoor activities at our 500-acre Nantahala campus. Call us to book today!
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Second Activity Discount

More adventure, more savings! Save an extra 10% when you book a second qualifying activity at our Nantahala River adventure campus.
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