Nantahala Lake Chalet - Area Guidebook
Boat Rentals
Nantahala Lake is beautiful by land, gorgeous by kayak and loads of fun by boat! Pontoons, jet skis and even little speed boats are a great way to explore the lake, go water skiing or just have fun!
They are on the same road as our chalet and will even deliver directly to our dock. very easy to work with!
Nantahala Shores Boat Rentals
13 Old Faber RoadThey are on the same road as our chalet and will even deliver directly to our dock. very easy to work with!
Just on the other side of the lake is a great little marina, offering pontoon boats, ski boats, jet skis and all the canoes you could ever need!
The cafe is also a fabulous to grab a quick bite, take advantage of wifi and people watch!
NOTE: The cafe will even sometimes deliver pizza to your dock!
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Lakes End Cafe & Grill and Marina
17838 Wayah RdJust on the other side of the lake is a great little marina, offering pontoon boats, ski boats, jet skis and all the canoes you could ever need!
The cafe is also a fabulous to grab a quick bite, take advantage of wifi and people watch!
NOTE: The cafe will even sometimes deliver pizza to your dock!
River Activities
White water rafting or zip lining! NOC has ya covered! And be sure to check out River's End restaurant, next door!
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Nantahala Outdoor Center
13077 U.S. Highway 19White water rafting or zip lining! NOC has ya covered! And be sure to check out River's End restaurant, next door!
Sightseeing
A short scenic drive along the Upper Nantahala river. There is a parking area where it ends at Wayah Rd. on the North side and Whiteoak Falls is a beautiful sight to see from the bridge down the other river.
Old River Road
Old River RoadA short scenic drive along the Upper Nantahala river. There is a parking area where it ends at Wayah Rd. on the North side and Whiteoak Falls is a beautiful sight to see from the bridge down the other river.
This is a nice hike, relatively close to our chalet!
Description from Alltrails:
Wesser Bald Fire Tower via Appalachian Trail is a 2.2 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Topton, North Carolina that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from March until October. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
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Wesser Bald Fire Tower
This is a nice hike, relatively close to our chalet!
Description from Alltrails:
Wesser Bald Fire Tower via Appalachian Trail is a 2.2 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Topton, North Carolina that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from March until October. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Sitting at over 5300 feet, this mountain top offers some of the best views around that you can get to by car! There is a large parking area at the op of the mountain but warning, its a long winding road to get there! Sunset offers the most amazing shots, just be sure to leave the chalet in plenty of time! Give your self 1.5 hours, especially ig you are not use to those curves! Dogs are allowed!
Interestingly, the Appalachian and Bartram Trails go through here (you will see the path), so walk down a few feet and you can tell your friends you walked the trail!
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Wayah Bald
4419 Wayah Bald RdSitting at over 5300 feet, this mountain top offers some of the best views around that you can get to by car! There is a large parking area at the op of the mountain but warning, its a long winding road to get there! Sunset offers the most amazing shots, just be sure to leave the chalet in plenty of time! Give your self 1.5 hours, especially ig you are not use to those curves! Dogs are allowed!
Interestingly, the Appalachian and Bartram Trails go through here (you will see the path), so walk down a few feet and you can tell your friends you walked the trail!
This is a beautiful drive along the Nantahala River. Watch out for the various waterfalls along the road!
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Nantahala Gorge
This is a beautiful drive along the Nantahala River. Watch out for the various waterfalls along the road!
Great hiking and plenty of places for a picnic!
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Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest, Cheoah Ranger District, Nantahala National Forest
5410 Joyce Kilmer RdGreat hiking and plenty of places for a picnic!
From Alltrails:
Rufus Morgan Trail is a 1 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Franklin, North Carolina that features a waterfall and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from March until October. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
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Rufus Morgan Trail and Falls
From Alltrails:
Rufus Morgan Trail is a 1 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Franklin, North Carolina that features a waterfall and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from March until October. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Beautiful train ride through the Smokey Mountains and the Nantahala Gorge!
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Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
18 Fry StBeautiful train ride through the Smokey Mountains and the Nantahala Gorge!
There are many waterfalls throughout the mountains, but this one is a must see, if you don't mind a gorgeous drive over the Cherohala Skyway to get there! It's about 2 hours drive, but totally worth it...although you will be stopping many times for photo ops!
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Bald River Falls
There are many waterfalls throughout the mountains, but this one is a must see, if you don't mind a gorgeous drive over the Cherohala Skyway to get there! It's about 2 hours drive, but totally worth it...although you will be stopping many times for photo ops!
Essential Stores
This is the closest grocery store, and it offers a wide selection of food for your stay.
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Ingles Market
94 N Main StThis is the closest grocery store, and it offers a wide selection of food for your stay.
This is the closest drug store, and it also has a Redbox outside if you want to rent DVD's .
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Walgreens
219 Rodney Orr BypassThis is the closest drug store, and it also has a Redbox outside if you want to rent DVD's .
Food Scene
Burger Basket
1679 Main StThis isn't a fancy place, but they have great food!
Monte Alban Mexican Restaurant
498 Main StGranieri's Italian Restaurant
983 Main StHoppy Trout Brewing Company
911 Main StIf you enjoy the wine in your gift basket, then this local winery is the place to visit for more.
They have multiple award-winning wines made from grapes grown right in the local mountains!
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FernCrest Winery Tasting Room
1060 Main StIf you enjoy the wine in your gift basket, then this local winery is the place to visit for more.
They have multiple award-winning wines made from grapes grown right in the local mountains!
RONNIE'S
75 Wilson StSnowbird Mountains Brewery
378 Locust StOne of our favorite restaurants along the river, and a beautiful drive through the Gorge to get there!
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River's End Restaurant
13077 US-19One of our favorite restaurants along the river, and a beautiful drive through the Gorge to get there!
It's a bit of a drive, but for a nicer experience, this is a great option!
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Root and Barrel Kitchen & Bar
77 East Main StreetIt's a bit of a drive, but for a nicer experience, this is a great option!
This gem is in Blue Ridge, but worth the drive!
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Black Sheep Restaurant
480 W Main StThis gem is in Blue Ridge, but worth the drive!
The Vine Wine Bar and Bistro
576 E Main StAnother great option in Blue Ridge!
Neighborhoods
This is a great day trip, maybe 2 hours to get there but lots to see in this little tourist town including shops and restaurants!
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Helen
This is a great day trip, maybe 2 hours to get there but lots to see in this little tourist town including shops and restaurants!
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Hiking Trails
Our home is situated close to lots of hiking throughout the area. We have trail maps available for use during your stay.
A few of the popular ones in the area are the Bartram Trail, Chunky Gal Trail, Fire Creek Rim Trail, and the Appalachian Trail. There is also a hike to the Wesser Bald Fire Tower which is close by and has a great view at the end!