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Nantahala National Forest

National forest · Macon County ·

Nantahala National Forest

National forest · Macon County ·
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"Located within the Nantahala National Forest, at the highest crest of the Western North Carolina plateau, the area now known as Highlands was once used as hunting ground for the Cherokee." - Travel + Leisure Editors

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Waterfalls, river rafting, lush trails, and scenic mountain views

beautiful scenery
peaceful
hiking
temperate rainforest
pristine river
hidden gem
stunning scenic views
winding mountain roads
Google Rating
4.8 (9.6K)
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Bryson City, NC 28713 Get directions

Restroom
Credit card accepted
Debit card accepted
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
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Information

Waterfalls, river rafting, lush trails, and scenic mountain views

beautiful scenery
peaceful
hiking
temperate rainforest
pristine river
hidden gem
stunning scenic views
winding mountain roads
Google Rating
4.8 (9.6K)
Placeholder
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Bryson City, NC 28713 Get directions

Restroom
Credit card accepted
Debit card accepted
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Nantahala National Forest by null
Nantahala National Forest by null
Nantahala National Forest by null
Nantahala National Forest by null
Nantahala National Forest by null
Nantahala National Forest by null
Nantahala National Forest by null
Nantahala National Forest by null
Nantahala National Forest by null
Nantahala National Forest by null
Nantahala National Forest by null
Nantahala National Forest by null
Nantahala National Forest by null
Nantahala National Forest by null
Nantahala National Forest by null
Nantahala National Forest by null
Nantahala National Forest by null
Nantahala National Forest by null
Nantahala National Forest by null
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