Best Hikes in Nantahala National Forest (NC) - Trailhead Traveler

New land added to Nantahala National Forest for water quality, hiking trails

Framed in the changing leaves of Nantahala National Forest, this November is the perfect time to visit Whitewater Falls! Enjoy a scenic drive through the forest, along Lake Toxaway, and just past the newly reopened Gorges State Park is an easy-to-access trailhead. A view of the falls is located at the end of a paved ¼-mile walkway that takes you to the overlook of the highest waterfall east of the Rockies. Many of our mountain towns are open for adventure – and need you to explore and enjoy them