The Cherokee named it Nantahala, which means “land of the noon-day sun.” Here the namesake river runs through a shaded gorge with little direct sunlight through the largest of North Carolina’s four national forests. In summer, when the earth’s tilt allows for more of the sun’s rays to hit the river, kayakers and rafters fill the chilly waters following through the valley. In … [Read more...] about Gorge-ous outings: Chasing cascades through Western NC
Nantahala
A shakedown run to Wayah Road and Tapoco Lodge
Wayah Road near Nantahala Lake is a favorite route for many motorcyclists. By Michael E. Gouge Old things call to me. Ramshackle barns, well-worn leather jackets, bypassed highways – each draw my attention and induce romantic notions of a past either real or imagined. Such an affliction can cause men to do irrational things, like buying a 34-year old Honda CB750SC that … [Read more...] about A shakedown run to Wayah Road and Tapoco Lodge
