Recreation in Webster
walking
Popular and scenic walking routes in Webster:
Buchanan Loop Road
Ball field adjacent to Webster Rock School
Sidewalks throughout Webster
tuckasegee river
photo: L Young
The Tuckasegee River meanders from its headwaters in Panthertown Valley for 60 miles, passing through Webster on its way to join the Little Tennessee River. Locally referred to as the “Tuck", the Tuckasegee River offers serene flatwater and exciting whitewater sections. Multiple well-maintained boat launches make access easy.
Webster has a convenient River Access along the Tuckasegee River. It is a perfect spot for a picnic or to access the river for fishing or kayaking.
Tuckasegee River Blue Trail
From American Rivers website
A Blue Trail is a dedicated stretch of river that enjoys special clean water safeguards and is a destination for fishing, boating, and other recreation. Just as hiking trails are designed to help people explore the land, Blue Trails help people discover rivers.
For more information, check out American Rivers:
Mountain Heritage Trout Waters Program
photo: Krissy Mabry
The Tuckasegee River is the first Fly Fishing Trail in the country and offers abundant opportunities for trout fishing both along the mainstem and in its tributaries. The Tuckasegee features several special designations including delayed harvest and wild trout waters.
Webster is a proud participant in the Mountain Heritage Trout Waters Program, which is a cooperative effort between the NC Wildlife Resources Commission and local governments to encourage trout fishing as a heritage tourism activity.
North Carolina residents and non-residents who want to fish in a stream that is designated as Mountain Heritage Trout Waters may purchase a special license through the NC Wildlife Resources Commission.
To purchase a Mountain Heritage Trout Waters license, contact the NC Wildlife Resources Commission:
•Call (888) 248-6834 from 8am - 5pm, Monday-Friday (October-April) or Monday-Sunday (May-September)
•Or, click here to purchase a Mountain Heritage Trout Waters license online
For more information about the Mountain Heritage Trout Waters Program, please visit the NC Wildlife Resource Commission:
photo: Krissy Mabry