Nantahala National Forest

The Nantahala National Forest encompasses more than a half-million acres of pristine woodlands. Elevations from a high of 5,800 feet to a low of 1,200 feet. The NNF is the largest of the four national forests in North Carolina. Enjoy family camping, primitive camping, group camping, motor boating, bridle trails, fishing, nature/hiking trails, picnic areas and swimming.

Getting There & Details

Address
90 Sloan Road
Phone
(828)524-6441
Email
[email protected]
Website
www.cs.unca.edu/nfsnc
Map
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More Things to Do

Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

An Eagle’s Landing Campground

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More road, less rush.

There's no need to hurry through something worth experiencing.

A Angel Mountain Cabin

Angel Mountain Cabin with spectacular, long-range views is a quiet, 2 BR, spotless cabin on…

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

African Violets By Fredericks, Inc.

African Violets distribution center world-wide. Raised in local greenhouses. Open year round.

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Alpine Cottages

2.5 miles east of Franklin. Modern, completely furnished, balconies overlooking Nantahala Mountains, swimming pool, pool…

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