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Immerse yourself in the ultimate relaxation as you float down the French Broad River, surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of Asheville. For only $30, embark on a journey that offers amazing views of Carrier Park and the vibrant River Arts District. As a bonus, you can also bring your own cooler and rent a cooler carrier for $10. Don’t just hear about Asheville’s charm—experience it from the best seat in the city: a comfortable tube on the water.
Voted in the top 10 rivers to float by USA Today
A lot of cleanup work has been done over the past year, and it’s been amazing to see the Asheville community come together to care for the French Broad River. There’s been a lot of positive momentum since Hurricane Helene.
We’re proud to be running trips again and can’t wait to share the beauty of the river with you this season. Come see how far the city—and the river—have come!
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Float the French Broad River while partying with your friends on a hot summer day! Tube from our spectacular Outpost, located near the Biltmore property. Float past Carrier Park and through the bustling River Arts District. Take some cold beverages with you in our super-comfy tubes with cup holders, and drift downstream at your own pace. Stop at any shady calm spot along the way and relax, take a refreshing plunge as you float, or just kick back and soak up some sun and good times. This trip runs Wednesday through Sunday and generally takes about 2–3 hours depending on water levels — the perfect length for a laid-back float. The trip begins at our Outpost at 521 Amboy and ends in the River Arts District.
What to bring: Anything you bring will get wet.
What NOT to bring:
The French Broad River is one of the oldest rivers in the world, spanning 218 miles from Rosman, North Carolina, through Asheville, and toward the state of Tennessee. It runs through the Pisgah National Forest and the Cherokee National Forest. The French Broad River flows north from south Asheville through Buncombe County and goes past West Asheville, Midtown, the River Arts District, and is close to Beer City breweries like New Belgium and Sierra Nevada.
Equipment
As a complete French Broad outfitter, Asheville Adventure Company provides all the equipment you’ll need for your trip. For tube floating, this includes:
Waivers
Check your inbox for your waiver and sign it before you arrive — it only takes a minute and speeds up your check-in.
Our French Broad tubing trip is recommended for adults and children aged 4 and up. Everyone participating must wear PFDs and footwear with a heel strap during the entire outing. Although the trip is relaxed, participants need to be in good health and physically ready for the experience.
Departure Times
There are scheduled departure times for the tubing trip. Guests should plan to arrive 30 minutes before their scheduled float time.
Parking
While our headquarters offers parking, it can be rather limited on weekends. Taking an Uber or Lyft to our outpost lets you relax to the fullest (while enjoying a beer or two at the end of the adventure).
