Nantahala River Whitewater Rafting

Whitewater Rafting & Camping Since 1973

Brookside Campground and Whitewater Rafting has been helping people enjoy the beauty of the Nantahala Gorge for over 40 years. If you are looking for some summer-time fun in the Great Smoky Mountains of western North Carolina, visit Brookside campground and whitewater rafting. We offer whitewater rafting on the Nantahala River as well as creek side camp sites. We are located right off U.S. Highway 19 just one mile away from the Nantahala River launch site. 

Whitewater Rafting North Carolina

Enjoy a whitewater rafting trip down the southeast’s most popular river! Brookside offers fully guided and self guided rafting trips down the Nantahala River near Bryson City, NC. If you are looking for exciting and family friendly whitewater rafting in North Carolina, come visit Brookside today!

Campground

Brookside Campground is located just one mile from the Nantahala River and offers a diverse selection of campsites. Whether you are looking for primitive tent camping, or a full hookup for an RV, Brookside Campground has a campsite for you! 

Testimonials

"This was the perfect experience for our family's first outing white water rafting. Even the little boys enjoyed it."
John Doe
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