The Chestoa Recreation Area
The Chestoa Recreation Area is a day-use access point on the banks of the Nolichucky River south of Erwin. It’s a take-out for whitewater rafters who ride the river from Poplar, NC through the wild Nolichucky Gorge. Canoeists also put-in here for a more relaxed float downriver or to fish for trout and smallmouth bass. Parking, toilets and a picnic area is at the location.
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Directions
From Erwin, take I-26, south to Exit 15. Turn left onto Jackson-Love Highway, cross overpass and turn right onto Temple Hill Road. Travel 8/10-mile and turn left. Travel ½ mile and turn left. Cross bridge, then turn right onto Jones Branch Road. Travel 2/10-mile and turn right into Chestoa Recreation Area.
Nolichucky Nook
The Chestoa Recreation Area is located just off of HWY 81 South below Pyranha Kayak and the old sawmill.
