RiverQuest Competitors

The Nantahala Outdoor Center is the nation’s largest outdoor recreation company. Over a half million guests visit NOC annually to embark on a diverse collection of over 80 different whitewater rafting and land-based itineraries, learn to kayak at NOC’s world-renowned Paddling School, test the latest outdoor gear and shop at its flagship retail stores, or enjoy NOC’s resort amenities such as its four restaurants and multi-tiered lodging. A privately-held company, NOC is one of the largest employers in Western North Carolina and 23 Olympians and Olympic coaches have called NOC home. NOC has been recently recognized by The New York Times as the “Nation's Premiere Paddling School,” “The Best Place to Learn” by Outside Magazine, and as “One of the Best Outfitters on Earth” by National Geographic ADVENTURE.

American Rivers protects wild rivers, restores damaged rivers, and conserves clean water for people and nature. Since 1973, American Rivers has protected and restored more than 150,000 miles of rivers through advocacy efforts, on-the-ground projects, and an annual America’s Most Endangered Rivers® campaign. Headquartered in Washington, DC, American Rivers has offices across the country and more than 200,000 members, supporters, and volunteers. American Rivers maintains a positive work environment with a culture of learning, support and balance. For more information please visit www.americanrivers.org.

WIlderness Voyageurs is the pioneer of whitewater rafting on the east coast. We ran the first commercial rafting trips on the Youghiogheny River in 1963. Today, Wilderness Voyageurs operates whitewater rafting trips on 15 sections of rivers in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Maryland, Inn to Inn Bike tours and fly fishing trips throughout the United States. Our Ohiopyle facility is the outdoor mecca of southwestern Pennsylvania. Kayaking, mountain biking, and rock climbing lessons are offered daily. After your day of adventure and fun, head to Falls City Pub, for awesome pub food and a huge selection of microbrews.