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2021 NOC Guide of the Year
Every year NOC recognizes a Guide of the Year from each of the departments in the company for outstanding performance, going above and...
Favorite Family Friendly Adventures
School is out – now what? We’ve got a line up of favorite family friendly adventures that are the perfect way for you to spend...
Community
Rounding Up for Change
Updated April 2021 We are thrilled to announce NOC’s new Round Up program to benefit specific local initiatives to protect our...
Retail
2020 Holiday Gift Guide
We have rounded up our favorite items to give the adventurer in your life. Support our community this holiday season by shopping... Read...
Things to Do
Favorite Hikes in Western North Carolina
Looking for a new, fun, or challenging hike to take? It's no secret that Western North Carolina and the Great Smoky Mountains... Read More...
NOC Guides
A Never-ending Adventure with Garrett and Shelby
If you have ever had the pleasure of taking a trip with NOC Head Guide and Trip Leaders Garrett & Shelby Phelps, you'll agree......
Things to Do
Camping Near Nantahala Outdoor Center
Whether you are looking for camping near our main location along the Nantahala River or at any one of our beautiful outposts, we... Read...
Community
Southeastern Summer Staycations
As we kick off the summer of 2020 it looks like we are vacationing a little differently this year! We are rediscovering some of... Read...