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4.9 (240 reviews)
Open 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Katie P.

10/10 Recommend!!! We had Pete as our guide and he was great! He's got jokes for days but also takes everyone's safety very seriously!! The day started off raining but that didn't hold us back from having a great time! Thanks for such an awesome experience!!

Vince H.

We went whitewater rafting and our guide was Ron. We had so much fun. They were very thorough with the safety procedures. My wife was a bit worried about the youngest, bu they put her at ease. We did the half day trip and got to hit some class ll and class lll rapids. The kids got to float through a class l and jump off a rock. We will definitely be back! We'll try to be back earlier in the summer when the water is higher so it'll be a whole new adventure!

Sean M.

French Broad Adventures always does a top-notch job!! Reservations are easy, facilities are great, staff incredibly attentive and knowledgeable! We have rafted with them during a variety of water-levels and ALWAYS had a great time!! I highly recommend them! Plus downtown Marshall is very nearby! A cute little town with a brew-pub, coffee shop, The Old Marshall Jail and tons more!

White water rafting the French broad!!
Elizabeth J.

Such a fun experience from start to finish! Our guide was perfect! Thanks for a fun day; we'll be back!

Brittany B.

We had such a great time rafting today with our guide Matt. We are a group of 14 on a bachelorette weekend trip in Asheville and decided to go rafting. French Broad Adventures offers a variety of activities and specifically for the rafting there were multiple levels to choose from which was great. Matt was funny and extremely knowledgeable about the area and the outdoors in general. All the rest of the staff were also very friendly, helpful and professional. We would recommend this company 100%. Thanks for a great time!

It was a day to remember! Exciting Level 1-4 rapids, beautiful lush landscapes and a very consciencious crew. We were allowed to cool off and go swimming, a welcome reprieve from the heat. We also had a great guide- Mitchell- who gave clear instructions and kept us safe and in the boat!! We will try zip lining on Sunday which promises to be a fun filled day as well. Thank you French Broad Adventures!

Jefe H.

I was wanting to white water raft again for years. We chose this place because it was the closest to Asheville. It was fun and the staff were so chill and professional they made it worth it. The river ride is about 5 miles and there are a number of rapids and some places to swim. It wasn't enough big rapids for me but fun still the same. If you're going for the first time this is an excellent choice.

Tahsin N.

We had a blast white water rafting with French Broad Adventures! It was a cold and rainy October morning but our guide Evan made our rafting experience amazing! I would definitely come back and do more activities here when I get the chance. There's a lot of history here and driving up to the area is just breathtaking with the fall colors everywhere in late October. Worth the drive.

Amy P.

We had an amazing time this weekend w FBA! My son and I booked three different adventures for a mother- son weekend: ziplining, rafting and canyoneering. Each of the guides were engaging and fun-- Collin and Paris on the zipline, Pete on the rafting and Marz and Anya on canyoneering! Not only were they each experts in their area, they made the trip fun and educational. We learned things about edible leaves to beavers to forestry. We will be back!! Thank you all so much for helping us connect!

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Went on a 5 mile rafting trip w the fam. Eric was amazing!!! Everything was a good time and we all enjoyed it!!

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Amazing experience. Eric was an excellent raft guide. Totally felt safe the entire time and had a wonderful experience. 10/10

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The Sinks - The Sinks in its glory.

The Sinks

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I never met a waterfall that I didn't like. We did a driving tour along Little River in Great Smoky…read moreMountains National Park to see if we could spot some wildlife. The Sinks is a lovely waterfall along the river. There is a small parking lot with about a dozen spaces where we found parking. An observation area is a short walk from parking. A sign describes the area and that the falls were manmade. During the late 1800's the river was used to transport logs/timber to the nearby town of Elkmont. After a storm, flood waters caused a jam in the river. Dynamite was used to restore water flow. The blast resulted in a twist in the river and creation of the waterfall. A set of stone steps leads up a hill, offering lovey views of the falls. There are dozens of waterfalls in the Park. Sinks is one of the few that is drivable, which is great for people that cannot hike. I picked up a Waterfalls map at the visitor center that I found interesting and informative. Parking passes are required to park in the lot. There are no amenities at the falls. Plan 15-30 minutes for a stop and photos.

The Sinks is such a fun outdoor experience! Our boys, ages 11 & 13, loved it! The parking is not…read moregreat though, with only about 15 spots in the parking lot and nowhere else to go. It's super busy in the summer, so just be prepared for that. We had to wait about 15 minutes for someone to leave so we could park. That wouldn't keep us from going back, though.

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Great Smoky Mountain National Park has been on my bucket list for many years. I was hoping that…read morespring break would be down season at the Park, but the Park was busy!!! We had a fabulous visit to this vast natural wonder. We learned that Park is the largest natural habitat in the continental U.S. The signature "smoky" appearance of the mountains is caused by an evaporation of organic rich moisture released by the vegetation within the Park. We started our visit by stopping at the visitors center to pick up a parking permit ($5/day) and maps ($1). I was glad we picked up maps because there is very little internet connectivity in the park, so we lost our navigation tools. The leaves were not on the trees yet (April) so we had magnificent uninterrupted views of the mountains and skylines. Spring wild flowers were in bloom. And we actually saw a mother bear with two cubs crossing the road. Each day during our visit we explored a different part of the park. We hiked to waterfalls and enjoyed scenic overlooks. We enjoyed exploring historic cabins and cemeteries. Popular sites were crowded and sometimes we had to wait for parking. Plan to arrive early. The park is filled with parking areas to pull off and enjoy the views or hike. Rest areas are available at many of the major sites. Leased dogs are only allowed in camping and parking areas and on two of the many trails. Bring good walking shoes, a hiking stick is helpful, water and sun glasses. You probably need to bring snacks, but keep those secure from wildlife.

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL!…read more This is my first time coming to the park and it was an amazing sight to see. It is something that I think everyone should experience. I am already wanting to go back to spend a little more time than what I did. We came by here on our way to another place. We were supposed to come back by here but didn't get the chance. So another trip it is!

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Chimney Rock State Park

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Drive out to see chimney Rock. The drive there was winding with some rough roads. Still dealing…read morewith hurricane damage. We entered Park with no problems And paid the entrance fee which covers the elevator ride to the top exiting into the gift store. We then climbed to forty steps up to the rock. Stairs easily accessible and well maintained. The view was spectacular. They have several hikes in the area. They even have a short easy hikes for children.

One of North Carolina's most iconic sights, Chimney Rock towers proudly above the Hickory Nut…read moreGorge, just west of Lake Lure and about 25 miles southeast of Asheville. The top of this 315-foot high 'gneiss monolith' is accessible to visitors via either a winding series of stairs or a convenient elevator, depending on your stamina level. But regardless of how you ascend, the spectacular view from the summit is well worth the time and effort. Hurricane Helene caused significant damage to the park and to the river valley below, which still looked like a scar across the landscape when we visited 15 months later. Still, many of the hikes, including the Four Seasons trail, from the lower parking lot to the base of Chimney Rock, have been reopened and are well worth exploring if you have the time. One highly recommended adventure is the 1.5-mile (round-trip) Hickory Nut Trail, which leads to the base of one of the tallest waterfalls east of the Mississippi. Movie buffs will recognize the falls from the 1992 film 'Last of the Mohicans,' a portion of which was filmed here. Adult admission to the park is $17 for the day, and passes can be booked online in advance. There are gift shops, snacks and facilities available at multiple locations, including both the upper and lower lots and near the summit of Chimney Rock. Yes, it's an expensive outing, so try to take advantage of the many trails and sights this expansive park has to offer. We made a fairly quick stop on our recent trip, but plan on coming back next summer to hike to the base of Hickory Nut Falls and explore the Skyline Trail along the top of the ridgeline. After you leave the park, be sure to spend some time visiting the shops and restaurants in the Town of Chimney Rock, just across the Broad River. Devastated by Helene, this resilient community is still recovering, and tourist dollars are an essential lifeline. No visit to the North Carolina mountains is complete with a stop at Chimney Rock State Park. It's an unforgettable experience in one of America's most scenic regions, and a special place that you'll want to come back to again and again.

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Hemlock Falls Trail

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The falls were just a mile from the trail head. We didn't venture further. It was a fun short out…read moreand back and scenic trail. Fun for the dogs. Fun for us to get a little wet too. This water feeds right into Burton Lake which is beautiful. I had planned to summit Double Spring Knob as my 16th 4ker in Georgia but Wildcat Road was closed for maintenance and it was another 7 mile hike from the closure, something I might have run, but today was a family weekend, and I think I made the right call. Double Knob will have to wait another day.

A beautiful but challenging walk to see several waterfalls…read more The trailhead for this is across from the Moccasin Creek Campground. There is a short drive down the gravel road to get to the walking trailhead. Do not forget to purchase a $5 parking pass from somewhere (online or at the Mocassin Creek Campground office). You can take the chance of not having a parking pass but I would not recommend it. I went there in the fall and the path was covered in leaves which is both beautiful and dangerous as the trail is covered in roots and rocks which the leaves cover very well. The walk to the lower falls is about 1.5 miles and to the upper falls is another 0.5 miles. I thought it was worth it for several reasons. There are more than just these two falls if you keep your eyes open along the path and the walk is very pretty. The walk can be very challenging as there are several places where you have to go over/under trees, the path is very narrow and slippery and the small bridge only has one railing and the entire path has lots of rocks and roots. It is an out-and-back trail. The upper falls are not large but are unique in their way with several rocks to sit on and enjoy the view and serenity. Overall, it was well worth the trip and I would recommend it to fellow travelers.

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