Official Forest Service map of the Nantahala National Forest Nantahala Ranger District which is the largest of the four National Forests in North Carolina.
Welcome to the Nantahala National Forest. This forest lies in the mountains and valleys of southwestern North Carolina. Elevations in the Nantahala National Forest range from 5,800 feet at Lone Bald in Jackson County to 1,200 feet in Cherokee County along Hiwassee River below Appalachian Lake Dam.
Includes elevation ranges of 5,800 feet at Lone Bald in Jackson County to 1,200 feet in Cherokee County. Highlights recreation opportunities such as trails, campground, boat launches, and more. Includes official US Forest Service district office contact information to check local conditions as well as township and range section numbers. Land ownership boundaries (federal, state, private) are color coded.
