US Forest ServiceFreeNational Forests in North Carolina
Nantahala Gorge Dispersed
Bryson City, North Carolina, North Carolina1,936 ft🗓 Apr–Oct
About this site
Dispersed sites in Nantahala NF along the Nantahala River. World-class whitewater kayaking right from camp.
Peak season temperatures
79°F
Avg high
62°F
Avg low
Verified historical climate data for this campsite location.
Wildlife in the area
Research-grade verified observations from iNaturalist near this campsite.
Central Shovel-nosed Dusky SalamanderTiger TroutCheoah Bald SalamanderSmallmouth Redhorse
Activities
Whitewater KayakingFishingHikingSwimming
Amenities
River AccessFire RingKayak Launch
Site types
TentCar Camp
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Quick facts
- Land manager
- US Forest Service
- Managing unit
- National Forests in North Carolina
- Fee
- Free — no reservation
- Season
- Apr–Oct
- Elevation
- 1,936 ft
- Peak temps
- 62°–79°F
- Rating
- 4.4 (51)
- Coordinates
- 35.3012, -83.6534
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