Nantahala National Forest Tours and Activities

Neat outlook with stunning views.
Neat outlook with stunning views.
The top section of Upper Whitewater Falls in North Carolina. It is an easy walk along a paved trail to view this massive waterfall and is well worth the trip. View a full video guide here: https://www.hdcarolina.com/episode/whitewater-falls #Waterfalls #NorthCarolina
The place with a funny name: Pickens Nose. Despite the weird name, this is a great spot to visit as it provides breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. This particular shot was during the Summer when there were numerous wildfires in the area. View a full video guide here: https://www.hdcarolina.com/episode/pickens-nose
Downstream of Secret Falls near Highlands, NC. View a video of this spot here: https://www.hdcarolina.com/episode/secret-falls

Tours & day trips

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Smoky Mountain Tour: Self-Guided Drive

Smoky Mountain Tour: Self-Guided Drive

Activity duration is 365 days
8.2 out of 10 with 20 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$24 per traveller
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Bryson City: Waterfalls and Breweries Tour

Bryson City: Waterfalls and Breweries Tour

Activity duration is 9 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$209 per adult*
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Water activities

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3-Hour Nantahala River Fully Guided Rafting Experience

3-Hour Nantahala River Fully Guided Rafting Experience

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 8 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$92 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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3 - 3.5 HR Smoky Mtn. Cherokee Eco Elk Safari Jeep Adventure

3 - 3.5 HR Smoky Mtn. Cherokee Eco Elk Safari Jeep Adventure

Activity duration is 4 hours
Price is AU$211 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Santeetlah Dam on Lake Santeetlah and Cheoah River in Graham County, North Carolina reflected in calm water of lake on clear autumn afternoon.

Cheoah River

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cheoah River during your travels in Robbinsville. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Cheoah River
Beautiful day for a drive by the lake

Nantahala Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Nantahala Lake during your travels in Topton. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.

Nantahala Lake
lake santeetlah in great smoky mountains

Santeetlah Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Santeetlah Lake during your travels in Robbinsville. Wander the riverfront in this relaxing area.

Santeetlah Lake

Ferebee Park

Ferebee Park is just one of the places to see in Andrews, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area or seek out the hiking trails.

Ferebee Park

Hugh Hamilton Stadium

Catch an event at Hugh Hamilton Stadium during your trip to Andrews. Wander the riverfront and forests in this relaxing area.

Hugh Hamilton Stadium

Andrews Recreation Park

Explore the great outdoors at Andrews Recreation Park, a lovely green space in Andrews. Amble within the forests or visit the casinos in this relaxing area.

Andrews Recreation Park

Top Nantahala National Forest Hotel & Accommodation Deals

This Is It!! Creekside Cabin with Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Starlink High Speed WiFi!!

This Is It!! Creekside Cabin with Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Starlink High Speed WiFi!!

Franklin NC
This Is It!! Creekside Cabin with Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Starlink High Speed WiFi!!
Wayah Ridge Escapes

Wayah Ridge Escapes

2 out of 5
22 Wayah Ridge Topton NC
Wayah Ridge Escapes
Cute little cabin (10 minutes from the Natahala River)

Cute little cabin (10 minutes from the Natahala River)

Topton NC
Cute little cabin (10 minutes from the Natahala River)
GORGEOUS LAKE FRONT CABIN - PRIVATE LAKE ACCESS-FISHING, KAYAKING, AND HIKING.

GORGEOUS LAKE FRONT CABIN - PRIVATE LAKE ACCESS-FISHING, KAYAKING, AND HIKING.

Topton NC
GORGEOUS LAKE FRONT CABIN - PRIVATE LAKE ACCESS-FISHING, KAYAKING, AND HIKING.
Stay on the Nantahala River - luxury home in Bryson city NC.

Stay on the Nantahala River - luxury home in Bryson city NC.

Bryson City NC
Stay on the Nantahala River - luxury home in Bryson city NC.
Great Smoky Mountain Creekside Cabin

Great Smoky Mountain Creekside Cabin

Franklin NC
Great Smoky Mountain Creekside Cabin
Private Creekside Cabin w/Hot Tub in the Nantahala Gorge

Private Creekside Cabin w/Hot Tub in the Nantahala Gorge

Topton NC
Private Creekside Cabin w/Hot Tub in the Nantahala Gorge
Sky Ridge Yurts

Sky Ridge Yurts

4 out of 5
200 Sky Ridge Dr Bryson City NC
Sky Ridge Yurts
Gorgeous Stays

Gorgeous Stays

3 out of 5
11044 US-19 Bryson City NC
Gorgeous Stays
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