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Wishlist

Add your favorite adventures to your wish list and share it with family and friends!

Activities

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Whitewater Rafting, Ziplining, & More!

Dreaming of adventure? We’re saving your seat! NOC has over 100 different itineraries on multiple rivers across the Southeast. Add your favorites here and book your next adventure soon!

Lessons & Training

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Paddling and Wildnerness Medicine Courses

Looking to try a new sport or sharpen your outdoor survival skills? Add an Intro to Kayaking course from our renowned Paddling School to your wish list or save your wilderness courses here and book when you’re ready!

Lodging

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Cabin Rentals in the Smokies

Start planning your getaway with onsite lodging in the Nantahala Gorge located just steps from adventure, dining, and shopping on our 500-acre campus. Save your favorites here and book when you’re ready!

Dining

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Local Dining Options

Plan your next riverside meal with spectacular views of the Nantahala River and Smoky Mountains. Choose from gastro pub fare and indoor dining at River’s End Restaurant or quick, casual burgers and barbeque at Big Wesser.

Leaders in Outdoor Adventure Since 1972

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Legacy in Adventure & Instruction

Leading and innovating in adventure, instruction and education since 1972.

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Memorable Outdoor Experiences

Specializing in quality experiences, gear and guidance for all ability levels.

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Connecting people and places through fun, engaging and authentic interactions.

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