Nantahala River Rafting near Bryson City North Carolina!

Best Rates and Best Service on the Nantahala River! Guaranteed!

***** CURRENT ECONOMY NOTICE/REVISIONS TO OPERATIONS *****
GUARANTEED ONLY 1 TRIP PER DAY AT 11AM(Sun-Fri) – Gas Prices, Inflation and running a much smaller Staff!
RESERVATIONS ARE NEEDED FOR “ALL TRIPS – Logistics!
GUIDED TRIPS Require At least 24 Hours Notice – Staffing/Logistics!
Self Guided, Show up at 10:45 and we will take care of you.
“Peak Season”, we run 2 Trips. 11am and 12 Noon.
See Schedule when you make your Reservations. Pre/Peak/Post Season.
Our Peak Season is now like our Pre and Post Season used to be.. Instead of Running 100 to 150 People per day weekdays, and 200 to 400 on Week End Days, we are running 25-30 and lucky to hit 100 on Peak Weekends. Everyone is feeling the Economic pinch. The Costs for doing the same we used to do are much higher,  so, as long as we are still Toughing it out, hanging in there to provide the service, we ask that you help us Conserve our little resources by showing up 10:45am for the 11am trip, Park like we don’t have enough parking, just in case we get surprised with a busy day we surely need and could use, and, enjoy your trip, and help us to make it happen with the least amount of further Frustration on our part.
We are happy to work with your group’s Schedule, if this does not fit your needs. We can accommodate.
We will run more trips per day if the situation warrants it, and we can handle it with the skeleton crew God gave to us for the Season.  Thank You, and God Bless You!

Welcome to the Paddle Inn Rafting Company!

Nantahala river rafting is our number one activity, and we do it right. Our Company is focused on giving you a quality experience at an affordable price. We offer Fully Guided, Guide Assisted and “Be Your Own Boss” Self Guided White Water Rafting Rental trips. White Water rafting trips are great for all ages. From 7 years old or 60lbs, to “how young do you feel today”! Stop bye and see Mom at the outpost. She will be 86 years young on May 4, 2024, and getting younger by the day.

Our outpost is located just 14 miles west of Bryson City, North Carolina, on Highway 19/74 West in the extreme Western corner of North Carolina located in the heart of the White Water Action in the Nantahala River Gorge.

Paddle Inn has been owner operated for over 45 years and we take pride in providing you with a quality and safe White Water experience. When you raft with Paddle Inn, you will be working directly with the owners, Mom and Mark, and a super group of competent and caring staff who are focused on maximizing your enjoyment, servicing you in a timely manner, and giving you the tools and information you need for the ultimate White Water experience. Rafting with Paddle Inn just makes good sense. See why we think we are the “Best Outfitter on the Nantahala River“. We tripled our company in the first six years. There must be some pretty good reasons why! And, we are not stopping here! We are thinking Big!

Check out what others are saying on our testimonials page.
We have just come back from a white water rafting trip with you. We have been rafting with you for the past 4 years and have greatly enjoyed our trips. I have to say though this year was by far the best!!!! The river was great! The kids absolutely loved it and can’t wait for next year! We are looking forward to seeing you guys next year. Thank you So Much!!!!
The Davis Family – Harkers Island NC

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