The NOC Story

Since 1972, NOC has shared the outdoors with millions of guests. Located in Western North Carolina near the Great Smoky Mountains, NOC is within easy driving distance of Atlanta, Charlotte and Knoxville. Our world-class staff leads whitewater rafting trips on nine of the East's best rivers, including the Chattooga, Cheoah, French Broad, Nantahala, Nolichucky, Ocoee and Pigeon. Learn to whitewater paddle from the pros in our renowned canoe and kayak Paddling School. We also offer adventure travel, mountain biking, group programs, ropes courses, tour kayaking, flyfishing and hiking.