Escape the Ordinary at Lake Nantahala!

Boating & Watersports

The only on-lake boat rentals with choices ranging from pontoon boats, runabouts, ski boats, canoes, kayaks and paddle boards can be reserved on-line. Enjoy the convenience of reserving your watercraft, dock space or water sport equipment.

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Lakes End Café & Grill

Lakes End Café & Grill is dedicated to providing outstanding service and food. Using the best ingredients available, with fresh fruits and vegetables to compliment your meals. An outstanding experience is not measured by food alone. We know that our entire team and friendly atmosphere make a guest’s overall experience even that much better. Exceeding your expectations is our goal each and every time. Our restaurant is open for lunch and dinner (seasonal hours). Come in and enjoy great food, family and friends. Our menus are tailored with southern flair and a combination of both traditional and unique items.

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Cabin and Luxury Yurt Rentals In Lake Nantahala, NC 

Our cabin rentals and luxury yurt rentals at Lakes End Marina are located on beautiful Lake Nantahala, surrounded by the Great Smoky Mountains.  At an elevation over 3,000 feet, we are located between Franklin and Murphy North Carolina, about two and half hours northwest of Atlanta or about an hour and half from Asheville.

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Things to Do

We have it all. We can facilitate and assist with both on-site and off site excursions and events for our cabin rental and yurt rental guests.  Excursions offer both guided and unguided options to include wake boarding behind a Super Air G23 Nautique Wake Board Boat, water skiing around Lake Nantahala, Great Smokey Mountain backpacking trips, day hikes, overnight camping, river fly fishing, Smoky Mountain horseback riding, white water rafting or zip lining to name a few.

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