If you want an unforgettable Whitewater Rafting experience, choose Nantahala Outdoor Center - the number one outfitter in the United States!

A hop away from the Appalachian Trail and cradled by the Nantahala Gorge, you’ll find the heart of NOC’s main campus. This 500-acre playground is a paradise for families looking to dive into outdoor fun, offering everything from whitewater rafting and zip-lining to mountain biking.

Nantahala Outdoor Center invites you to embark on premier outdoor adventures across multiple Southeastern locations! From thrilling whitewater rafting expeditions on renowned rivers to a myriad of additional activities like zip lining and mountain biking, NOC offers an array of exhilarating experiences spanning four states.

Paddle the scenic Nantahala River at your own pace with a raft or ducky rental. Perfect for experienced paddlers and groups of any size.

At NOC’s Nantahala Adventure Resort, you’ll discover everything necessary for both brief visits and extended stays in the mountains. Choose from private cabins and bungalows, micro-lodge style rooms, campsites, and more, all conveniently located close to the river, lake, and trails.

Plan your next adventure with Nantahala Outdoor Center! NOC offers more than 100 itineraries that you can sort by Whitewater Rafting, Zip Lining, Mountain Biking, and more! Filter by location, experience level, or activity type.

Join NOC on a wide range of outdoor adventures for any ability level, explore new outdoor skills with our renowned Paddling and SOLO Southeast training schools, access the best in adventure gear at three retail stores, or visit our world-famous Nantahala location — offering adventure, retail, riverside dining, events, and lodging options for ...

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Embark on a journey of skill development, exploration, and expert instruction with Nantahala Outdoor Center’s esteemed outdoor schools. Renowned for our unparalleled expertise in paddling instruction, wilderness and emergency medicine, technical rescue, and survival skills training, Nantahala Outdoor Center has been a beacon of excellence in ...