You definitely need to dress warmer because river water has not yet warmed up in the spring. Dressing in layers is always a good idea!
Christmas in the Smokies
Concrete jungles are nice for a visit when artificial lights illuminate the night, especially during Christmas with many different colors of reds, greens, blues and whites twinkling all around you; city lights have their own special magic. But, there’s something much...
Ride the Dragon, Try a Duckie down the Nantahala River
Motorcycles and white water duckies are two different activities. But how different are they? Can you get the same thrill? Perhaps each is a different type of thrill to enjoy if you love top-level excitement riding the Tail of the Dragon in the mountains of Western...
Fall Festivals & Events near Nantahala River
When the temperatures drop to a breathable degree, and the trees start to change into their coats of yellow, orange, and red colors, Western North Carolina, in the Great Smoky Mountains, is such a beautiful place to visit this time of year. The weather is pleasant and...
Secret Fun Spots Near the Nantahala River
The Nantahala River is not the only place to find fun activities. The Great Smoky Mountains and the Nantahala National Forest hold many fun spots to hang out for the day. Whether it’s hiking, sightseeing, or taking a dip in a secluded swimming hole, you’re sure to...
How to have an Awesome Whitewater Rafting Trip
It’s easy to get stressed while on vacation, which makes for a terrible time, and nobody wants that. Always plan your adventures with plenty of time to get to them. Showing up late throws everything out of whack, and affects, not only you, but everyone around you....
The Hellbender
What is a Hellbender? If you walked up on a Hellbender while wading or fishing in the Nantahala River or Little Tennessee River, you might yelp and jump back. Don’t worry, Hellbenders may be huge and slimy, but they are harmless. Please don’t kill them out of fear....
Creeks that Feed the Nantahala
If you’ve never chased lizards or crawdads along a creek bed on a warm spring afternoon, or waded in a creek on a hot summer day, or fished from a creek’s banks in the fall of the year, you’ve missed out on one of the best adventures of your childhood. The good news...
5 Best Places to Stay in Cherokee
Vacation time is when you don’t have to make the beds, vacuum the carpet, sweep the floor, or cook (well, if you stay at an AirBnB you might have to cook once or twice). For a couple of days or a week or two, it’s pure bliss to have others do for you. Find the perfect...
10 Best Places to Eat in Bryson City
Food. It’s one of the greatest pleasures to partake in while on vacation. You don’t need to worry about dieting, cholesterol, fat intake, and whatever else you worry about when it comes to food. Vacation is a get-out-of-food-jail-free-for-all. So, have at it! You know...
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Carolina Outfitters
715 U.S. Hwy 19
Topton, NC 28781
Reservations: 828-488-6345
E-mail: raft@carolinaoutfitters.com