Tsali Triathalon Challenge
August 19, 2008 by TracyZ · Comments Off
Join the Nantahala Outdoor Center for the Tsali Triathalon Challenge September 6-7, 2008. Events include a 3 mile paddle on Fontana Lake, 4.5 mile trail run on Tsali Trails, and a 12 mile bike ride on Tsali Trails. No charge for spectators. Contact NOC at 1-888-662-1662 for individual and team entry fees.
Whitewater Rafting
Ride the Dragon and follow it with the splash of whitewater rafting on some of the Southeast’s most popular rafting rivers! Enjoy a half-day run on the Nantahala River, or “Nanty”, conveniently located on nearby Highway 19 just off US 129.
A great introduction to river running, this 8-mile stretch on the Nantahala offers mostly Class I and II rapids with a Class III finish at the Nantahala Falls. First time rafters and families can feel Read more
The Appalachian Trail
June 28, 2008 by TracyZ · Comments Off
Looking to hike a piece of the legendary Appalachian Trail? Graham County is home to almost 29 miles of the scenic trail with elevations ranging from 1,725 to 4,062 feet.
The full Appalachian Trail runs 2175 miles touching 14 states from Georgia to Maine. Some fulfill their lifelong dream by dedicating 6 months to complete the full trek, an estimated 5 million footsteps.
If you want a taste of what the Appalachian Trail has to offer there are many convenient access points near the Dragon on US 129. One of the easiest is right at Read more
