things to do in Sugar Grove, NC

Paddle Class II–III rapids through Cherokee National Forest scenery

Flow through Vinyasa poses atop a paddleboard while soaking in tranquil lake views.

Float a scenic, slow-moving stretch of the New River in Todd, NC

Play your own music on the New River with a Bluetooth speaker rental

Ride Class III–IV rapids and enjoy a riverside lunch in Nolichucky Gorge

Paddle Class III and IV rapids through Pisgah National Forest

Paddle Price Lake while learning about local flora and fauna on a fun 2-hour session

Tube the Watauga River from the Watauga Outpost

Learn about local ecology on a scenic half-day hike tailored to your skill level.

Cave in the morning, then raft Class I–III rapids on the Watauga River

Raft gentle rapids on the Watauga River with a guide

Tube the Watauga River in Elizabethton in about 2 hours

Choose a solo or shared kayak for time on the river in Todd

Spend a full day scaling diverse routes with expert instruction for all skill levels

Float with your own cooler on the New River

Sleep in a treehouse with riverside camping amenities