Just downstream from Nantahala Falls lies NOC's Nantahala Adventure Resort, where it all began back in 1972. Our beautiful home is neatly tucked among steep, green mountains, at the intersection of the Nantahala River, the Appalachian Trail and the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Here, you can stay and play, with on-site lodging options and a variety of outdoor activities at your doorstep. You'll also find changing rooms and hot showers, full-service restaurants, a pub and a fully-stocked Outfitter's Store for all your camping, clothing, souvenir and sundry needs.
Shuttle & Take-Out Info for Boaters
Visiting boaters are asked to take out at the beach directly in front of Slow Joe's Cafe. Paddle past the rafting traffic and take out just before the walking bridge. Thanks for your cooperation. NOC's Rentals shuttles depart the rafting center (at the takeout mentioned above) for the put-in every half hour. Saturdays in July and August, private boaters who have parked at the Wayah Road put-in can ride the shuttle FREE!
Cathy Kennedy Director of NOC Rafting Operations A member of our founder's family, Cathy Kennedy grew up on the Nantahala. Our Nantahala Head-Guide and former Olympian Angus Morrison sums it up best when he says, "Cathy has guided more Nantahala raft trips than anyone in the known universe!" She boasts the honor of being NOC's first female raft guide. Her two children, Andrew and Jennifer also grew up at NOC, so it's no surprise that Andrew is one of the world's top paddlers. When she's not on the back of a raft, Cathy can be found road biking all over the world.
Deb Homich Nantahala River Manager The management team of the Nantahala River has an extensive and long-running resume which includes a total of more than 100 years of paddling experience shared between past Olympians, kayak instructors and international whitewater guides. Leading the team is Deb Homich, whose eight years of paddling experience alongside her MBA gives her the right combination of skills to handle anything, on or off the river. She has been with NOC for six years and has been part of the management team for the past three. Deb recently returned from a fall trip on the Grand Canyon.
