Within Nantahala, Dry Falls is located in the picturesque Callasaja River Gorge, which is arguably the most scenic (and accessible) of the many river gorges in the mountains of western North Carolina.

ASHEVILLE, N.C.— The U.S. Forest Service announced Friday that it will scrap plans to log a biologically important area of North Carolina’s Nantahala National Forest near the Whitewater River ... sits ...

which culminates at Nantahala Falls – the sole Class III rapid on the river. Along with the thrilling ride, reviewers praise the energetic, safety-conscious guides. Tours, which last ...