What We Offer

Fast Rivers is your ticket to go Whitewater rafting on the Nantahala River. Look no Further! Fast Rivers has an ideal location just one minute from the start of your adventure! Located in the stunning Great Smoky Mountains, the Nantahala Gorge has become a prime destination for many vacationers and day-trippers alike. The Nantahala River is our backyard, and our favourite thing to do is splash in the whitewater. Bring your family and a smile and you are sure to have a great day at Fast Rivers!

For more information on Whitewater sports check out the American Whitewater Association.

Choose Your Own Adventure or just ask us & we’ll help you choose…But whichever you choose, the Nantahala River is dam-controlled, so even in the driest months the water levels stay consistent. You’ll enjoy the thrill and excitement of a favorite and most popular whitewater adventure while seeing the beautiful and dramatic Nantahala Gorge in the Nantahala National Forest. LETS GO RAFTING!

Above: Nantahala Wesser Falls

Total TRIP TIME approximately 3 – 3 ½ hours – Total WATER TIME is about 2 – 2 ½ hours. After we personally fit you into your life jacket and give you full instructions, we shuttle you to where the adventure begins. On your way down the river, you’ll enjoy over 20 named rapids! This final rapid of your adventure is Nantahala Wesser Falls, which is where we take pictures of your group. We’ll wait for you at the take out and shuttle you the 7.5 mile bus ride back to our outpost where warm, dry clothes & pictures of you conquering “The Falls” await you. You can enjoy our picnic tables while relaxing by the creek, or challenge your friend to a game of corn hole. We have a spacious bathroom with changing rooms and hot showers, and a top-notch retail souvenir shop. Your pictures display at our outpost store on a wide screen TV for the whole group to enjoy and relive the fun! They can be purchased in person, over the phone, or through the link on our website!

We offer a huge selection of different sized crafts with various performance levels, 1 man to 8 man carrying capacity. We carry different crafts that are manufactured by different companies allowing you the most paddling options on the river…Aire, Hyside, Perception & NRS are just a few!

Self-Bailing Rafts:

These rafts have inflated floors that do the bailing for you (no dumping after each rapid). They have a carrying capacity of 2-8 people.

Funyaks/Duckies:

1 or 2 man inflatable self-bailing kayaks. Hi-Performance models also available – Really Responsive!

Lake Canoes:

1 – 3 person capacity for lake use ONLY. Must be able to transport on your own.

Undoubtedly THE BEST! Our instructors personally teach your group how to have the safest trip and the most fun. In a nicely wooded instruction area, alongside our creek, the instructors teach raft handling and crew coordination to help you understand how to make the raft easier to control. They use a hand painted picture of the river while describing the best routes to take through the most difficult rapids. And, of course, they answer all of your questions. We offer personalized instruction just moments before you put on the water, allowing it to be fresh in your mind and giving you the best chance of running the rapids successfully. Our instructors have proven to be very helpful in facilitating a safer and more enjoyable run down the most challenging stretches of the river. We have set pickup times, eliminating any long waits at the take out.

 

PHOTOS

We take pictures of your group at the last rapid, Nantahala Wesser Falls. Your pictures display at our outpost store on a wide screen TV for the whole group to enjoy and relive the fun! They can also be purchased at this time for you to take home with you! Click Here for Pricing

We personally hire only the BEST! Your guide is responsible for your group which allows you to have the trip you want! Our trained guides take great pride in their ability to provide you with a fun-filled adventure! They are First Aid and CPR certified with experience and knowledge of the river, as well as, meeting all United States Forest Service requirements. They truly are here to make your experience on the river the GREATEST!

RENTAL GEAR

Paddling/Splash Jackets ($5), Farmer John wetsuits ($10), and high-top zippered neoprene diving booties ($5) are available for individual rental or all 3 for only $12.50. This gear appeals to all-natured folks keeping them warmer & more comfortable in the cool water. Our sizing ranges from children up to 4X and our booties fit up to a men’s size 15.

PICNIC AREA & FIRE PIT

Bring your own picnic to enjoy here beside the creek before or after your trip. Some groups choose to picnic here at the outpost, before or after their trip, making it even more of a fun day! We offer a great picnic area designated for Fast Rivers customers. Coming Soon…warm up next to our Creekside Fire Pit on those cooler days!

CHANGING ROOMS & REST ROOMS

Happy to accommodate you before and after your trip in our BRAND-NEW FACILITIES. We have 2 showers in each changing area.

SOUVENIR SHOP

Offering souvenir photos, T-shirts, sweatshirts, hats, swim shorts, sunglasses, coffee mugs, stickers, water proof phone bags, sunglass/eyeglass holders, snacks, ice cream, drinks, or any last-minute items you may have forgotten. Come & see our brand-new store!