Tours

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Waterfalls Guided Hiking Bryson City

By Mark Van Osdal / June 15, 2017 /

This tour sells out fast! This Waterfalls Hike is guided and a great way to get out, hike and see the beauty of Western North Carolina.  The hike is anticipated to be around 3+ hours over approximately 5-6 miles.  You’ll see 3 waterfalls and the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.  Includes a…

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Waterfalls and Breweries Tour – With Driver

By Mark Van Osdal / June 15, 2017 /

Please note:  This tour operates out of Bryson City, NC with a 4 guest minimum booking and requires us to pick you up and drop you off at your stay location near Bryson City.  If you don’t see availability on the calendar, please contact us – we may have availability that is not displayed. 828-569-6699…

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Sunset Guided Hike Bryson City NC

By PWS Builder / March 2, 2020 /

Our private guided Sunset Hike at Carolina Bound Adventures is close to Bryson City, NC, and offers a 360-degree view of the Great Smoky Mountains at sunset.  With room for 7 Guests, we meet you at a central location for pick up and we drive, allowing you to relax and enjoy the evening.  Meeting time…

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Guided Mountain Biking

By Mark Van Osdal / June 15, 2017 /

Guided mountain biking for beginners or intermediate riders includes bikes and outdoor gear. $120 per person for the first 2 participants + $94 per person at 3+ with an 8-person capacity.  2 person minimum booking. All of our bikes are new 2020 mountain bikes.  We’ll pick a ride based on your desired exertion level and…

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Guided Hiking Bryson City 1/2 Day Hike

By Mark Van Osdal / June 15, 2017 /

The Carolina Bound Adventures half-day hike is anticipated to be around a 3-4 hour adventure. The hike includes a backcountry guide and outdoor gear! Backpack, hiking poles, and basic hiking gear essentials. We’ll pick a hike based on your desired exertion level, mild, medium, or “let’s go for it!”  We specialize with individuals and families…

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Breweries Tour with Driver

By Mark Van Osdal / June 15, 2017 /

Please note:  This tour operates out of Bryson City, NC, requires a 4 guest minimum booking and requires us to pick you up and drop you off at your stay location.  If you don’t see availability on the calendar, please contact us – we may have availability that is not displayed. 828-569-6699 The exploding craft…

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Historic Proctor Guided Hike in the Smokies

By Mark Van Osdal / October 28, 2021 /

On this guided hike we’ll take a boat shuttle across Fontana Lake and up Hazel Creek where we’ll put in for a hike to historic Proctor.  Learn about the history of the first European-American settlers, Moses and Patience Procter who arrived there in the 1830s.  In the early 20th century before the creation of the…

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Fly Fishing & Breweries Tour

By Mark Van Osdal / February 1, 2022 /

Fly Fishing and then a Breweries Tour in one day!  You’ll start out your morning on a guided fly fishing adventure at some of the best trout creeks in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and then we’ll head out for a 4 Breweries tour afternoon. Fly fishing will include 1 Guide for every 2…

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Smoky Mountain Kayak Fishing – Half Day

By Mark Van Osdal / September 1, 2020 /

Smoky Mountain Kayak Fishing specializes in guided kayak fishing just outside Bryson City in Graham County, NC.  Come fish the beautiful Lake Santeetlah, Cheoah Lake, or explore Calderwood with us!  With so much pristine water to explore, species to target, and breathtaking views, we’re able to customize trips to fit any family or individual. From…

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Guided Backpacking 1 Night

By Mark Van Osdal / June 23, 2017 /

(Email Mark@carolinaboundadventures.com for availability.)If you are visiting the Western North Carolina / Great Smoky Mountains area, want to go Backpacking, but don’t have the gear or maybe the experience, Carolina Bound Adventures has the solution!  We specialize in Backpacking for families, or those that are new to Backpacking and want to try the experience, or…

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Jeep Tour Adventure

By Mark Van Osdal / August 3, 2017 /

(Closes Sunday October 29th for the 2023 Season) Open air Jeep tours in the Nantahala Gorge visits multiple waterfalls and is a great casual way to get outdoors, see the mountains and wildlife!  Guided by professionals, the intensity level is rated “relaxing”! Trip length is approximately 2 hours and runs first of April through October…

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Guided Backpacking 2 Nights

By Mark Van Osdal / June 27, 2017 /

(Please call for availability.  828-569-6699) If you are visiting the Western North Carolina / Great Smoky Mountains area, want to go Backpacking, but don’t have the gear or maybe the experience, Carolina Bound Adventures has the solution!  We specialize in Backpacking for families, or those that are new to Backpacking and want to try the…

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Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Jeep Tour

By Mark Van Osdal / May 10, 2018 /

 (Ends Oct. 29, 2023)  The “Rails and Trails” package!  A ride on the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad is followed by a trip on the roads less traveled in one of our custom Jeeps. You will ride through the Smoky Mountains, cross Fontana Lake on a trestle bridge and up into the Nantahala Gorge. On your…

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Smoky Mountain Charter Boat Fishing Full Day

By Sarah Bonner / February 17, 2023 /

Lake Santeetlah is known for the wide variety of fish that live in its depths.  We could catch trout, walleye, largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass, white bass, and panfish.  Guided fishing adventure is done from a 21ft Sun Tracker pontoon boat. We could be casting, jigging, trolling, or live bait fishing; depending on the bite…

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Smoky Mountain Charter Boat Fishing Half Day

By Mark Van Osdal / March 26, 2023 /

Lake Santeetlah is known for the wide variety of fish that live in its depths.  We could catch trout, walleye, largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass, white bass, and panfish.  This guided fishing adventure is done from a 21ft Sun Tracker pontoon boat. We could be casting, jigging, trolling, or live bait fishing; depending on the…

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Smoky Mountain Charter Boat Fishing Sunset

By Sarah Bonner / February 17, 2023 /

Lake Santeetlah is known for the wide variety of fish that live in its depths.  We could catch trout, walleye, largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted bass, white bass, and panfish.  Fishing is done from a 21ft Sun Tracker pontoon boat. We could be casting, jigging, trolling, or live bait fishing; depending on the bite at the…

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