Nantahala National Forest Hiking Trails: The Controversy Everyone’s Talking About - Away State Journal
The Nantahala National Forest (/ ˌnæntəˈheɪlə /) is the largest of the four national forests in North Carolina, lying in the mountains and valleys of western North Carolina. The Nantahala is the second wettest region in the Continental US, after the Pacific Northwest and it is part of the Appalachian temperate rainforest.
The largest of North Carolina's four National Forests, the Nantahala encompasses 531,148 acres with elevations ranging from 5,800 feet at Lone Bald in Jackson County to 1,200 feet in Cherokee County along Hiwassee River.
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Immerse yourself in the emerald embrace of the Nantahala National Forest, a sprawling section of the Blue Ridge Mountains filled with waterfalls, ancient trees, and steep adventures among pristine lakes.
The official tourism website for Nantahala NC lodging and activities. Boating and fishing on Lake Nantahala, rafting the Nantahala River, hiking trails and more.
We’ve rounded up a collection of top-rated trails across the forest—each with its own unique charm. Get ready to lace up your boots and explore the wild beauty of Nantahala. Perfect for families, casual walkers, or anyone craving a quick and stunning reward.
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Our spacious Nantahala cabin rentals and luxury yurt rentals at Stay Nantahala are on beautiful Nantahala Lake among the Great Smoky Mountains. We are between Franklin and Murphy, North Carolina at an elevation of over 3,000 feet.
