Rafting, Canoeing, Tubing
Year-round activities abound in the High Country- hiking, canoeing or boating, mountain biking, road cycling, ziplining, rock climbing and bouldering – are just a few adventures visitors of all ages can enjoy! Paddling and hiking in the summer are wonderful,as you explore the scenery and enjoy some of the most pleasantly mild weather in the SE United States. Whether you’re camping for a weekend, or just enjoying a quick stroll along a leg-stretching trail on the Blue Ridge Parkway, it is hard to imagine a better way to experience this glorious mountain region than immersing yourself in outdoor activities. Don’t forget to bring your camera to capture quick pictures of wildlife along the trail and expansive vistas from the mountaintops.
Zaloo's Canoes
Zaloo's Canoes is the area's oldest, largest, friendliest outfitter since 1976
Situated on the New River in Jefferson, NC, Zaloo’s offers the finest canoe, kayak, and tube trips in the area.
The New River is a great canoeing, kayaking, and tubing river for a child’s or beginner’s first river experience — pets love it too! With its gentle flow and beautiful surroundings, the New River is sure to wow and stun the whole family and provide a priceless set of unforgettable memories.
We are open seven days a week for your canoeing, kayaking, and New River tubing adventure needs from early April through late fall.
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Price Lake Boat Rentals
Price Lake boat rentals offers the only boat rentals on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Learn the basics of canoeing, kayaking and paddleboarding before tackling the river!
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Appalachian Tubing Boone NC
Appalachian Tubing Boone NC
THE PRISTINE NEW RIVERS #1 ECO FAMILY FRIENDLY TUBING COMPANY.
Boones Number One Student Organized Tubing Outfitter offering A Private Tubing Experience For Your Friends Or Family. Conveniently located in town providing you with transportation to & from the river
Focusing on getting you closer to the river, Please call in advance to plan a tubing trip between 11 am - 2 pm
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Hawksnest Whitewater Rafting
Hawksnest Whitewater Rafting offers fully guided whitewater rafting trips on the Watauga and Nolichucky Rivers!
Open Memorial Day Weekend- Fall.
Book online now.
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Rock Dimensions Climbing Guides
Based inside Footsloggers store in downtown Boone, also the location of the 40' outdoor Climbing Tower. Fun for families and all ages!
Half-day and full day Rock Climbing trips with experienced, PCIA certified guides. No experience necessary!
The Discovery Course in Blowing Rock is a 3-level circular shaped High Ropes/Challenge Course with exciting Zipline and Giant Swing exits!
Guided Caving trips through a natural limestone cave.
Summer Day Camps for all ages. Trips are instructional and fun, with all equipment provided.
Explore your Vertical World!
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High Mountain Expeditions
White water rafting NC with over 30 years of experience! Guiding adventurous travelers to some of the world's most spectacular places, High Mountain Expeditions has crafted what we consider to be the best adventures in the world. We are experts in Nolichucky River Rafting, Watauga River Rafting, Wilson Creek Rafting, New River Tubing, Hiking and Caving.
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