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Put-in NC

Put-in - Upper, Route 1310 Bridge

Nantahala - 2.Upper, Route 1310 Bridge to Hwy. 19 (NC)

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Gauge Conditions
Nantahala River near Hewitt, NC Downstream Primary
Runnable: 900.0 – 2,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Put-in - Upper, Route 1310 Bridge
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
The Put-in at Route 1310 Bridge marks the start of the upper Nantahala section, offering paddlers a clean entry point with relatively straightforward access. Minimal technical challenges are present at this location, though boaters should remain alert for potential shallow areas and local river conditions that may vary with water levels.
Location
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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2.Upper, Route 1310 Bridge to Hwy. 19
Nantahala
III+(IV) 3.3 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater