State: North Carolina
Address 2: Nantahala National Forest
Open: Seasonal
Number of Sites: 42
Elevation: 1716
County: Graham
About: Located near Fontana Lake, Tsali Recreation Area is nationally known for its 42-mile trail system. The 4-loop network is open to hikers and horses, but the system is best known as a challenging mountain bike course.
The area has a 42-site campground with accessible showers and restrooms. The nearby boat ramp, providing lake access, is especiallypopular with anglers. Tsali is the closest national forest campground to the popular Nantahala Gorge.
Fees: $15 (2012)
Usage: Light
Closest Towns: Robbinsville
Water: Drinking Water
Restrooms: Flush Toilet
Directions: Tsali Recreation area is located on NC Hwy 28; 5 miles off US 19/74 at Almond.