Due to the vast differences in the state's geography from coastal plains to mountain ranges, North Carolina provides a variety of activities that range from swimming on the many beaches to downhill skiing in the mountains. Other popular activities include fishing, rock climbing, mountain biking, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, whitewater rafting, camping, sailing and hunting. Points of interest in North Carolina include the Appalachian National Scenic Trail, the Croatan National Forest, the Great Smokey Mountains National Park and the Wright Brothers National Memorial. The state is also home to a number of rivers including the Nantahala River, the Tuckasegee River, the Roaring River and the Elkin River, just to name a few. There are also a variety of resorts and cabins along the rivers that provide a vacation destination for tourists.
The Nantahala North Carolina Cabins can be found on the banks of the Nantahala River in the Great Smoky Mountain's Nantahala National Forest. Guests at the cabins can enjoy whitewater rafting, kayaking, trout fishing, hiking, biking or horseback riding along trails beside the river. A variety of cabins are available, all featuring central heat and air, outdoor hot tubs, jacuzzi tubs inside, all wood interiors, large fireplaces, televisions, DVD players, fully equipped kitchens, private porches, barbecue grills and alarm clocks. In addition, some cabins feature outdoor saunas and pool tables. Nearby attractions include the Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest and the Biltmore Estate Castle.
Nantahala North Carolina Cabins
Route 1, Box 16-A
Robbinsville, NC 28771
800-438-1507
nantahalariver.com
The Nantahala River Lodge is a riverfront log cabin that was built from reclaimed wood from old family cabins and barns in North Carolina. The Nantahala River is just a few steps from the door of the lodge and offers activities such as kayaking, tubing, whitewater rafting and fishing. Guests can also gather around the campfire, have an outdoor picnic or enjoy the scenic beauty of the river from a lounge chair or hammock. Other activities include hiking on a variety of trails or biking through the Great Smoky Mountains. Nearby attractions include the Cherokee Indian Reservation and Fontana Lake. The lodge features two bedrooms and one bunkroom with two sets of bunkbeds, a fully equipped kitchen, three full baths, a log-burning fireplace, satellite television, DVD players, a barbecue grill, picnic tables, free long distance service and wood for the fireplace. The lodge can also arrange for services such as private fly-fishing instructions, catered meals, baby sitters and pet sitters.
Nantahala River Lodge
Wayah Rd.
Andrews, NC 28901
912-727-4025
nantahalariverlodge.net
Watershed cabins are a collection of log cabins nestled in the Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina just minutes from the Nantahala River. Nearby attractions include Fontana Lake, the Cherokee Indian Reservation and the Tsali Mountain biking trail. Each luxury cabin features a hot tub, a fully equipped kitchen, a private porch or deck, satellite television, high-speed Internet, air-conditioning and private baths. Deluxe cabins also feature pool tables, jacuzzi tubs and DVD players. Each unit offers one to five bedrooms and many are pet-friendly. Guests can visit a number of nearby water sports facilities such as Endless River Adventures of Carolina Outfitters to arrange for activities such as fishing, whitewater rafting and kayaking.
Watershed Cabins
300 Everett St.
Bryson City, NC 28713
888-604-3075
watershedcabins.com
