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 remote western North Carolina community of Nantahala is tailor-made for rest and relaxation, with a scenic lake, a national forest, and waterfalls.

Nantahala National Forest joins an elite global list from AllTrails, thanks to its scenic fire towers, lush waterfalls, and Appalachian Trail access. The impetus behind travel is often a desire to see ...

Nantahala National Forest joins an elite global list from AllTrails, thanks to its scenic fire towers, lush waterfalls, and Appalachian Trail access. Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who’s lived in ...

Nantahala National Forest in North Carolina is a mountain paradise filled with rushing rivers and endless trails. Travelers come for its waterfalls, scenic drives, and peaceful wilderness. It’s the ...