Appalachian ATV Adventures conducts National Forest ATV Tours and contracts with other nearby outfitters for all-day Combo Adventures which include the half-day ATV Tour and another half-day Adventure of your choice. Cool off with gentle whitewater funyaking or tubing (water levels permitting), or flat water paddling in single or double canoes or open kayaks on high mountain lakes. A 20' power pontoon boat rental is available for family fun with little ones, or try mountain biking or horseback riding. Price includes all equipment, safety gear, deli-style picnic lunch with your choice of sandwiches and beverages, and comfortable van transportation from Highlands, Cashiers, or Cullowhee, North Carolina to and from the 29-mile trail system in the Roy A. Taylor Memorial Forest and to other professional outfitters for Combo Adventures. Contact us via email with additional questions you may have, or call 828 526-5700 and talk to a real person with answers to your questions.

WARNING

Outdoor Adventure of any kind has inherent and unknown risks involved. ATV riding can be hazardous and is not for everyone. Responsible riding requires focus and determination to avoid obstances on narrow, steep, winding trails where driving off the trail could result in serious injury. Safety cannot be guaranteed since the operator has sole control of the equipment. Since riders are responsible to pay for damage to the equipment they control, we offer a $500.00 damage bond for an additional cost of $7.50. Damage typically occurs if ATVs collide with other ATVs, with trees, or run off the trail. A copy of the repair bill will be included with charges for damage. The damage bond is optional and covered rider's name must be specified.

All participants must read and sign an Agreement, Release and Assumption of Risk Waiver Form (Industry Standard) prior to operating the equipment. Minors age 16-18 need informed parental consent and signatures on Waivers. A parent/guardian must accompany minor youth on the tour. Safety is everyone's responsibility.

Our pace is determined by the Rear Safety Guide based on evaluation of rider's ability, cooperation in riding together as a group, and terrain conditions. No rider is encouraged to exceed his/her own safe speed. As the tour progresses and riders gain experience and confidence, the pace may increase but each tour is different. Slower rides offer better opportunities to enjoy the scenery and may take longer whereas a faster pace requires more focus on the trail, creates a more intense experience, and may finish earlier than scheduled. Riding time is estimated for average groups at a moderate pace.

We are proud of our safety record with no serious injuries to more than 2,800 participants so far. It's no fun to get hurt - EMS takes a long time to respond - please don't be the first. Know your own limitations and ride responsibly within your ability level. Let the guides know about any difficulties you might be having and call for rest stops whenever you need to.