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Whitewater Rafting, Canoeing & Adventure Guides (see below...)

        1-866-USA-Raft 2 Jones Branch Road
Erwin, TN 37650 www.mtnadventureguides.com
 
(423) 743-7111
(866) USA-Raft
E-mail: guide@mtnadventureguides.com  

USA Raft is an experienced, value oriented whitewater rafting outfitter on the spectacular Nolichucky , French Broad and Watauga Rivers. In addition to whitewater rafting we also offer family float trips for ages 4+, guided caving, and rock climbing trips. Our quality guides lead trips known for safety and fun and our riverside outpost has hot showers, and a cabin that will sleep 12 people. No experience is necessary. Cherokee Adventures 2000 Jonesborough Rd.
Erwin, TN 37650-4063 www.cherokeeadventures.com
 
(423) 743-7733
E-mail: ca2raft@usit.net  

Experience Adventure! Guided whitewater trips through the spectacular 3000' Nolichucky Gorge, class III and IV rapids. Also, family float trips for children ages 5 and up, mountain biking, riverside camping, hot showers, family style BBQ and pizza restaurant on site. Est. 1979. High Mountain Expeditions 1380 Highway 105 South
Boone, NC 28607 www.highmountainexpeditions.com
 
(828) 264-7368
(800) 262-9036
E-mail: Jeff@highmountainexpeditions.com  

Offers whitewater rafting on the Nolichucky and Watauga Rivers, hiking and caving. Quality adventure trips with excellent equipment, comfortable, well-maintained vehicles, and professional guides noted for their skill and experience. Nantahala Outdoor Center 13077 Hwy. 19 West
Bryson City, NC 28713 www.noc.com
 
(828) 488-2176
(800) 232-7238 (reservations)
E-mail: rafting@noc.com  

Since 1972, NOC has lead the industry in whitewater rafting on seven southeastern rivers, in addition to offering whitewater kayak instruction, lake kayaking, group mountain biking and rope climbing adventures and more. Our Nantahala resort features lodging options, riverside dining and a famous Outfitter's Store. See why National Geographic Adventure named NOC "One of the Best Outfitters on Earth." River and Earth Adventures, Inc 110 Lost Branch Trail
Vilas, NC 28692 www.raftcavehike.com
 
(828) 963-5491
(866) 411 RAFT (7238)
E-mail: grant@raftcavehike.com  

Guided Wilderness adventures and eco-education. Whitewater rafting, caving in a wild cave, canoes, tubes, climbing, kayaks, whitewater paddling school, and guided hikes! Adventures offered year round. Organic and local food in our lunches. Guide owned and operated. Visit our gem mine.
Also call for shuttle services for weddings and other gatherings! Riverside Canoe & Tube Rental 2966 Garvey Bridge Rd.
Crumpler, NC 28617 www.riversidecanoeing.com
 
(336) 982-9439
E-mail: suzy@riversidecanoeing.com  

Located in Crumpler, NC, Ashe County, on the south fork along the 26 mile section of the National Wild & Scenic New River. Offering rentals of canoes, kayaks, tubes, bikes, camping cabins and full facility
vacation homes.
Dealers of Wenonah Canoes and Current Design kayaks. ScreamTimeZipline 9250 Hwy 421 N
Zionville, NC 28698 www.screamtimezipline.com
 
(828) 898-5404  

Zoom through the air at up to 50 miles per hour! Scream Time Ziplines offers exhillarating Zipline tours. For more information about booking a tour call or visit the website! Wahoos Adventures 3385 HWY 321(Physical Address)
PO Box 3094
Boone, NC 28607 www.wahoosadventures.com
 
(828) 262-5774
(800) 444-7238
E-mail: wahoos@helicon.net  

Rafting, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, and caving with the original outfitter of the High Country. "2 Time Outfitter of the Year" by P.P.A. Zaloo's Canoes 3874 NC Highway 16 South
Jefferson, NC 28640 www.zaloos.com
 
(336) 246-3066
(800) 535-4027
E-mail: zaloos@skybest.com  

Area's oldest, largest, friendliest outfitter since 1976. Zaloo's offers canoe and innertube trips. Specializing in canoe camping at three state parks along 26 miles of the New River. Open from April to October.