Wnca celebrated the grand opening of the french broad river paddle trail. Both french broad outfitters and asheville outdoor center offer rentals and shuttles for this trip. Experience a funfilled whitewater rafting adventure, or choose to do a milder calm water float trip. White water rafting fun for the entire family minimum age is 8. You begin your day by checking into our office, signing a waiver, and taking care of payment 45 minutes ahead of your scheduled shuttle time.
With this rainfall it is going to continue to be one of the best springs for white water rafting. Steamboat mountain lily plied the french broad nc dncr. Its the longest freeflowing river in north carolina, and it inches into tennessee. French broad whitewater rafting trips take you down the worlds third oldest river and is a great activity to add to your western north carolina vacation. Click here to subscribe to the bpb french broad river basin email list to receive emails regarding public comment periods and public meetings related to the french broad river basinwide water quality plan development. The river flows through the counties of transylvania, buncombe, henderson, and madison in north carolina, and cocke, jefferson, sevier, and knox in tennessee. Their river was long man and its tributaries chattering children. The french broad river is the closest whitewater rafting to asheville nc. This meant the 3200 foot bypassed section was running pretty dry. There are several really nice cascades along the way so be sure to head down to the river every chance you get to take a look.
If youre looking for familyfriendly white water rafting only minutes from downtown asheville, check out the scenic french broad river. Look out across the river to gorgeous mountain views. National weather service advanced hydrologic prediction. The seven sites that did not pass the epas limit are as follows. French broad river, asheville asheville nc insiders. French broad falls waterfall on shoal creek the trail to bird rock falls aka cathedral falls follows the river down from mill shoals and is easy to follow. Fishing asheville, north carolina the whitewater sportsman.
Located near downtown asheville with three locations, rent a paddle board. Our main outpost, campground, and indoor accommodations are located right on the edge of the nolichucky river in erwin, tn between and. The french broad river is an exciting whitewater rafting adventure that will thrill adventurous first time and experienced rafters alike. Both trips begin and end very close to asheville, nc and will take you into the heart of the beautiful and scenic french broad river valley. A nc rafting trip on the french broad river is a complete river trip. The french broad river, where youll find exciting waves and picturesque views. French broad river north carolina 2020 all you need to. The mountain lilly, abandoned in the french broad river, circa 18801885, near hendersonville. Rocky bluff recreation area near french broad river in the pisgah national forest near hot springs. On nocs french broad rafting trips, youll explore the thirdoldest river in the world, located deep in the rugged pisgah national forest. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Download may take several minutesfrench broad river basinwide water quality plan 2011. See 3 photos from 23 visitors to french broad river white water rafting. Sit back and relax as a knowledgeable guide paddles your raft, or choose a single or tandem kayak for a selfguided experience.
Section 9, from barnard to hot springs, offers scenery and white water challenges, from. Whitewater rafting, zipline canopy tours, calm water float trips weve got it all. Selecting one of our kayaks, canoes, sups, or rafts is the beginning of a beautiful seven mile float down the french broad river we do not shuttle for tubes. French broad adventures asheville, ncs official travel site. French broad river whitewater rafting in north carolina, near asheville, black mountain and lake lure, nc. This ancient river is a designated drinking water source for more than a million people. The french broad is a beautiful river drainage actually the 3rd oldest in the world that has something for everyone. French broad crossing offers a range of homes and homesites depending on your needs. This 17mile byway starts north of asheville at i26 at exit 19.
Whitewater rafting guided trips french broad river. Guided light tackle fishing float trips on the french broad river, north carolina s premier smallmouth bass fishery, with ashevilles the whitewater sportsman. It is a great introduction to whitewater, but also provides enough thrills for the. I rafted the french broad river on 072514 with a girlfriend. Looking for whitewater rafting adventure at its best. The 5 mile french broad river trip is a great choice for families or groups with children and teens. From its beginnings near rosman, nc, the french broad flows over 140 miles through the nc and tn mountains, eventually terminating in douglas lake near newport, tn. One of the most popular rivers for whitewater rafting near asheville, the french broad river is freeflowing, which means it isnt controlled by a. French broad river east fork, north carolina transylvania county, east fork road at laurel branch to french broad river section road map. This list is arranged by drainage basin, with respective tributaries alphabetically indented under each larger streams name. Fba is the only whitewater outfitter on the french broad river with a covered pavilion for lunch or. Blue dot put in, red dot take out above map supplied by wanan w. Public participation in the development of these plans is encouraged. French broad riverkeeper is a program of mountaintrue and works to protect and defend the.
French broad riverkeeper, asheville, north carolina. There are also four major manmade lakes, including the popular tourist destination lake lure, which was. Whitewater rafting asheville nc french broad river 8433194586. The third oldest river in the world, trailing only the nile in africa and the new in west virginia, the french broad river flows north through 117 miles of western north carolina from its headwaters in rosman to tennessee. The french broad river rose to 4,500 cubic feet per second.
Its the perfect way to get out in nature and enjoy the blue ridge mountains of western north carolina. Heavy winter flows had unfortunately pushed a large amount of trash into the river. Download may take several minutes french broad river basinwide water quality plan 2011. Whether you want a view of the river, the mountains, or a serene forest location, we have the perfect mountain home for you. Major tributaries include the green, first broad, second broad and north pacolet rivers.
Take your pick of guided half day or full day raft trips, or unguided rentals down the beautiful and exciting french broad river. It was a great river to get started with, and now im. The azalea will capture your imagination and your heart. Wnca releases official map of the french broad river. French broad adventures marshall 2020 all you need to. Six months later, they christened the frame, 90footlong, twodeck. Fba is the only whitewater outfitter on the french broad river with a covered pavilion for lunch or snack. The level on the marshall gauge is usually about half way between the levels on the. French broad river rafting white water rafting in nc. On february 3, 1881, entrepreneurs chartered the french broad steamboat company, with the objective of ferrying passengers and freight along the river from asheville to horse shoe to brevard.
Youll begin at the bent creek park near the north carolina arboretum and blue ridge parkway. More than a river ride, rafting north carolina s french broad river with blue heron whitewater offers a fantastic combination of white water rapids, swimming holes, beautiful scenery, history and wildlife. Sep 10, 20 water fight with usa raft on the french broad river. The outpost is 25 miles nw of asheville, nc, and 75 miles e of gatlinburg, tn. The french broad river is exceeding its banks and beginning to flood lowlying areas, including the woodfin riverside park, the floodplain adjacent to craggy dam reservoir, carrier park, and french broad river park. Map for french broad river east fork, north carolina. Half day river trips french broad close to asheville, nc.
The river attracted industry and continues to do sothe second and third largest craft brewers in the us are now on the french broad. To obtain water service from brwa, come to our office located at 8 duke street, spindale, nc 28160 and fill out a service agreement. Please download the waiver and fill out and bring with you at the time of your trip. French broad river east fork east fork road at laurel branch to french broad river class iiiv, 5. Located off of i 26 exit 11 north of asheville, nc and south of erwin, tn. Zipline canopy tours, whitewater rafting, calm water float trips, canyoneering adventures weve got it all. Whether its the adventure and excitement of whitewater rafting or the ease and relaxation of a calm water trip, you are looking for, french broad rafting and ziplines is the adventure outfitter for you, your family, or your group. All french broad river trips depart from our french broad river outpost, located between weaverville, nc and hot springs, nc. For those asheville nc residents or visitors with a little less time to spend on the french broad river, consider one of hot springs rafting companys half day guided white water trips. The western north carolina alliance is pleased to announce the release of its official map of the french broad river paddle trail.
The broad river originates in the mountains of western north carolina and flows southeast through the foothills and piedmont before entering south carolina. Im zusammenfluss mit dem holston river bildet er ab. Water fight with usa raft on the french broad river. The 5 mile half day trip offers wide, open channels, beautiful mountain vistas and fun, splashy class ii and iii rapids perfect family rafting fun. North carolina white water rivers and paddling spots.
The french broad river flows 218 miles 351 km from near the town of rosman in transylvania county, north carolina, into the state of tennessee. The craggy dam impoundment bypasses about 3200 feet of river on the river right side, and was generating when we paddled it. French broad river kayak trip asheville nc insiders. The final french broad river basinwide water quality plan june 2011 was approved by the emc on july 14, 2011. White water rafting french broad french broad area. Property archive french broad crossinga north carolina. Ledges whitewater park 1080 old marshall highway, alexander. French broad river rafting nantahala outdoor center.
Come discover one of the best mountain communities in north carolina near asheville, offering homeowners access to an unprecedented living experience on the french broad river. French broad river north fork route 26 bridge to us route 64 bridge. Subscribe to the bpb french broad river basin email list. French broad river archives french broad adventures. Spend an afternoon with friends and family at our inviting river lodge. Mountaintrue and the french broad riverkeeper wants everyone to experience and explore the french broad. Recently, american whitewater teamed up with the good folks at riverlink, the nantahala outdoor center and a bunch of super volunteers to do a cleanup on the french broad river in north carolina. While the hampton family owns and operates french broad rafting and ziplines, mitch, michael, and korey hampton have also had their personal share of ups and downs, both on the water and off. At age 10, they began exploring eastern tennessee rivers with their grandfather, and they followed that passion for whitewater rafting into their business, which had been familyrun for nearly 30 years. The french broad river is the favorite whitewater rafting trip for vacationers to the asheville, lake lure, hot springs, black mountain and burnsville, nc region. River in marshall, nc foursquare uses cookies to provide you with an optimal experience, to personalize ads that you may see, and to help advertisers measure the results of their ad campaigns. Whitewater rafting on the french broad river near asheville with blue heron whitewater. Its confluence with the holston river at knoxville is the beginning of the tennessee river. Our outpost is only a 25minute drive from asheville, nc.
French broad river barnard to hot springs class iiiiv, 8. Its a beautiful and scenic river with class i, ii, and several class iii rapids. Forest service and is a member of the asheville area. French broad river north carolina route 251 to route 1634 class iiii, 6. The cherokee indians already had countless names for the french broad river by the time white huntsmen first approached this mountain region. After some basic instruction, youll be off for a selfguided journey down the river. A mountain river is the path of least resistance revealed by water, and the french broads curvature historically dictated the placement of villages, towns, and industry. Familyfriendly french broad rafting near asheville. Drive nine miles, then take exit 19a onto hwy 2570 toward marshall, nc.
On nocs french broad rafting trips, youll explore the thirdoldest river in the. Below the dam, the water level is more complex than most reports would lead you to believe. We will outfit you in the proper gear and drive you to the putin for the river. Enjoy a peaceful float down the gentle french broad river as it winds through the estate. The french broad is believed to be the thirdoldest river in the world.
Whitewater rafting on the french broad river near asheville. The french broad is older than the mountains in which it now finds itself. French broad river rafting is much warmer and less crowded than other area rivers. In tennessee it joins the holston to form the tennessee river.