River TN GA NC

Nantahala River (Nantahala Lake)

Tennessee • 35.3333, -83.7500

Length

48 mi

77 km

Elevation

3,841′ → 1,677′

2,164 ft drop

Stream Order

Medium River

Slope

0.86%

45.2 ft/mi

Drainage

175 mi²

454 km²

Avg Flow

546 cfs

1.8 mph velocity

Path to Mouth

732 mi

1,179 km to ocean

Classification

Tributary

Mid-reach

Elevation Profile

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Access Sites on Nantahala River (Nantahala Lake)

There are 3 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on Nantahala River (Nantahala Lake).