French Broad Gorge Whitewater Rafting Trip

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4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

The French Broad river spans 218 miles from Rosman, North Carolina through Asheville, and toward the state of Tennessee. Section 9 of the French Broad river starts approximately 45 minutes away from Asheville near Marshall, North Carolina and runs through the Pisgah National Forest. The majority of French Broad Section 9 flows through protected lands, and is beginner-friendly. Your guide will navigate you through approximately 5 miles of Section 9, where you will raft through class II and class III difficulty levels, and you may briefly encounter class IV drops depending on the time of year, and the amount of rainfall. This tour combines an incredible stretch of exciting and continuous rapids with some of the most breathtaking scenery around.

What's Included

Helmet, Life Jacket, and Paddle
Air-conditioned vehicle

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet at our River Outpost at 521 Amboy Road, Asheville, NC! PLEASE ARRIVE 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO YOUR TRIP TIME!

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Scenic, remote and awash with breathtaking beauty, the French Broad Gorge, also known as Section 9 (FB9), rafting adventure takes you through 5 miles of intermediate-level, class II and class III rapids starting at Barnard River Park where the water enters Pisgah National Forest. Enjoy a laid back vibe with opportunities to stop for a jump off the raft or rocks for a refreshing dip in the river. Rafters will be on the water for 1.5-2 hours which will be filled with some of the best whitewater in all of Western North Carolina.

Additional info

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your trip time
  • CLOSED TOE SHOES ARE REQUIRED!
Supplied by Asheville Adventure Company

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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