Tsali Recreation Area

With over 40 miles of trails open to horse and mule riders as well as camping in a beautiful location, Tasli has everything that a rider could wish for within the Nantahala National Forest.

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What to Expect

• Four main loop trails (Right Loop Trail, Left Loop Trail, Mouse Branch Loop Trail, and Thompson Loop Trail) that wander through forests of mixed pine and hardwoods on a peninsula stretching into Fontana Lake.
• Mountain bikers and equestrians, the primary users of this area, are kept separated by alternating use of the trails. A schedule is posted at all trailhead.
• The upper trailhead parking lot is reserved for horse users. Facilities include a restroom, picnic tables, and information boards.
• The Tsali Campground offers 42 campsites with showers and flush toilets, and are offered at this campground.
• Showers and Flush toilets available at the Tsali Campground from April 15- October 31

Rules and Regulations

• Land Manager = Nantahala National Forest
• Mountain bikers and equestrians, the primary users of this area, are kept separated by alternating use of the trails. A schedule is posted at all trailhead.

Driving Directions

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Tsali Recreation area is located on NC Hwy 28; 5 miles off US 19/74 at Almond.

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