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Uncle Johnny’s Nolichucky Hostel & Outfitter
Appalachian Trail hostel, outfitter and hiker gathering place · 151 River Road, Erwin
Northeast Tennessee · Erwin / Unicoi
Outdoor living in Erwin / Unicoi.
In Erwin and Unicoi County, the Appalachian Trail meets the Nolichucky River. Come for a day on the water or a hike in the Cherokee National Forest; stay to discover the people and places that make the mountains feel like home.
UNCLE JOHNNY'S AND THE APPALACHIAN TRAIL
The trail meets the river here.
Stop at a true trailside gathering place for hikers, day visitors and neighbors beside the Nolichucky. Appalachian Trail access, the Nolichucky Gorge and a welcoming mountain town.
Explore activity informationNOLICHUCKY GORGE RAFTING
Nolichucky Gorge rafting. Right here at home.
Explore guided whitewater trips with Blue Ridge Paddling. Check current routes, river conditions and trip requirements with the outfitter. In Erwin / Unicoi, outdoor access is not simply something to save for a vacation—it can become part of an ordinary week.
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Blue Ridge Paddling
Guided Nolichucky Gorge rafting · 1001 S Industrial Drive, Erwin
More ways to get outside
Trails. Rivers. Back roads. Endless possibilities.
Uncle Johnny’s and the Appalachian Trail
Stop at a true trailside gathering place for hikers, day visitors and neighbors beside the Nolichucky.
Nolichucky Gorge rafting
Explore guided whitewater trips with Blue Ridge Paddling. Check current routes, river conditions and trip requirements with the outfitter.
Cherokee National Forest
Find mountain trails, forest roads and scenic days outdoors across Unicoi County.
Photo: USDA Forest Service · public domain
MAKE ERWIN / UNICOI HOME
Outdoor access isn't a getaway here. It's part of everyday life.
Erwin and Unicoi County can offer a rare connection to the mountains and river. I help buyers weigh the practical details, including access, terrain, flood exposure and the everyday drive, alongside the outdoor lifestyle. Whether you're looking for a home near the water, a mountain retreat or a property with room to explore, I can help you find the right place in Erwin / Unicoi.