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Nantahala Ranger District

The Nantahala Ranger District stretches 250,000 acres across Macon, Jackson and Swain counties offering a variety of recreational opportunities from camping to off-highway vehicle riding. This District is a diverse, rugged, and mountainous area with raging rivers, granite walls, and waterfalls. Visitors can enjoy the remoteness of the Southern Nantahala WIlderness, a scenic drive along the Mountain Waters By-way or a view Whitewater Falls, the highest falls east of the Rocky Mountains. The…

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service

Frequently asked questions

Is Nantahala Ranger District reservable?

Nantahala Ranger District is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Nantahala Ranger District?

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How do I book a campsite at Nantahala Ranger District?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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