Lake Nantahala: A Smoky Mountain Vacation
Looking for a great summer mountain retreat in the Smoky Mountains? If so, look no further than visiting Lake Nantahala, North Carolina. Lake Nantahala was created in 1942 to provide electricity for World War II preparations. It is tucked away at 3000 feet in the Nantahala Forest. It has crystal clear water with 42 miles of shoreline. It is the place to visit for fishing, boating, camping and just relaxing.
For fisherman you will find an abundance of walleye, crappie, bass, trout and sunfish. There is a public access area and also many rental and charter fishing outfits within the area. For those who prefer fly fishing or spin casting the Nantahala River is the place to hit for trout fishing.
There are many rental cabins available as well as campgrounds for both tents and rvs. You can go spend a week and feel like have been in a summer paradise right on the water.
The Nantahala River offers white water rafting for every level of experience for the beginner to the most advanced paddler. There are guided tours available where the guide is right in your raft. There are family oriented tours so the kids experience the joy of riding the river. This is just one more reason why choosing the Nantahala Lake and River as your summer vacation destination.
For those that prefer a little less active adventure the landscape is breathtaking with its numerous water falls. As the Nantahala Forest lies along the Blue Ridge Escarpment there are tall rounded mountains and high plateaus. There are miles of hiking trails both for the novice and experienced hiker or backpacker. Take in the mountain views or cascading waterfalls tucked in the giant escarpment.
For a summer vacation a trip to the Nantahala, North Carolina can't be beat. No matter if you are the outdoorsy type or the sit back in a lounge chair and watch the sunset type you will enjoy a vacation on the Nantahala. The summer temperatures range from a high in the low 80's to a low in the high 50's or low 60's with about 4 inch of rainfall per month. In the summer afternoon thunderstorms are common but as quickly as they move in they pass by. It can be hot and humid but as you increase your elevation in the mountains the air is cool and crisp.
Many families and individuals choose the Nantahala region for a summer vacation. However, since the area is so expansive you can easily find your own little piece of nature in which to enjoy a perfect summer vacation.
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Hi shiver; Lake Nantahala sounds wonderful! If you have any pictures, you should consider adding them to your article, which by the way is very nice. Reading it made me want to take a vacation! :o)
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