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Put-in NC

Nantahala River Public Launch Site

Nantahala - 3. Power Plant to Wesser (NC)

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Gauge Conditions
Nantahala River near Hewitt, NC Upstream Primary
Runnable: 450.0 – 2,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Nantahala River Public Launch Site
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
The Public Launch Site provides a wide, straightforward access point to the Nantahala River, serving as a primary entry for rafts, kayaks, and commercial trips starting their run from the Duke Energy power plant. Paddlers will find a large, well-maintained put-in with ample parking and easy river access, making it a convenient launching point for the classic Nantahala river run with minimal technical challenges at the entry point.
Location
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.2 mi
Directions
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3. Power Plant to Wesser
Nantahala
II+(III) 8.1 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater