French Broad whitewater rafting trips take you down the world's third oldest river and is a great activity to add to your Asheville vacation. The French Broad flows through scenic Pisgah National Forest in the mountains of North Carolina, and is ideal for families and young teens. On French Broad River rafting trips, you can expect splashy and fun Class II and III rapids. The full-day trip option adds the percussive, Class IV Frank Bell's Rapid, a river-wide, bouncy drop.
"We rafted the French Broad River with Jacob and Mackenzie and had a very nice time. Jacob was knowledgable of the river's history and was extremely mindful of our 8-year-old daughter's safety. Thanks again for making our visit special." —M. Castro Tampa, FL
French Broad River Trip Options
Trip Option
Price
Minimum Age
French Broad River Half Day
$46
8 years
French Broad River Half Day Deluxe
$56
8 years
French Broad River Full Day
$79
8 years
Half Day trips depart in the afternoon and cover the Lower French Broad. Half Day Deluxe trips depart in the morning and include a riverside picnic lunch. Full Day trips include a riverside lunch, plus an exciting finale at Class IV Frank Bell's Rapid.
NOC has offered French Broad whitewater rafting trips for more than 25 years and offers an array of trip choices, meaning you can experience Asheville rafting with the whole family. Choose rafts or ducks, flexible trip times and fully-guided or guide-assisted trips.
