If you had a blast on the Nantahala River and enjoyed all the river adventure-based activities the Smokey Mountain region offers – you and your loved ones are going to have a ball on the … Read More
Adventure weekend (part 1): 48 hours on the Nantahala
The Nantahala River showcases an adrenaline-filled itinerary that can pack your entire weekend with adventure. From forested accommodation to daily full throttle guided outdoor activities like whitewater rafting, ziplining and Jeep and train excursions, many … Read More
Pumping Out River Professionals: Why Wildwater is an Industry Leader in Guide Training
If you’re wondering if you should feel safe in the hands of Wildwater’s expert raft guides, checkout this breakdown of the training Wildwater whitewater staff receive before they get checked off to take Guests down … Read More
Quack quack: Why are Inflatable Kayaks nicknamed Duckies and why it’s the perfect way to paddle the Nantahala River
Although rafting is an absolutely amazing way to get down the river, inflatable kayaking is the next step for experiencing whitewater from a more intimate perspective. An inflatable kayak is made out of the same … Read More
Joyce Kilmer-Slickrock Wilderness: A Legacy Across Lake Fontana, Nantahala River
Just a stone’s throw, about 35 miles, from the Nantahala River, across Lake Fontana, lies Joyce Kilmer-Slickrock Wilderness Area. Within this wilderness some of the oldest and loveliest old growth trees east of the Mississippi … Read More
The Top Summer Activities Near Bryson City, NC
The Top Summer Activities Near Bryson City, NC Bryson City is a small town in North Carolina known as a gateway to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Located about 70 miles southwest of Asheville, this … Read More