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    1. Wesser Bald via Apalachian Trail — Nantahala National Forest

    21.2km

    08:31

    920m

    920m

    Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    October 23, 2023

    Nantahala River crosses the National Forest of the same name, joining the Little Tennessee River and Fontana Lake. The word Nantahala comes from the Cherokee people and means "Land of the Noonday Sun". This is a good river for rafting, you can find more information of activities in the river at Nantahala Outdoor Center.

      August 23, 2022

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        Elevation 500 m

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