NOC French Broad River Rafting

Included admission free with the card.

Description

Rated as '#1 Vacation with a Splash' by Good Morning America and 'One of the world's best outfitters' by National Geographic Explorer, Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) offers gentle to adrenaline packed rafting on seven southeastern rivers. The French Broad holds the distinction as the third oldest river in the world, trailing only the Nile in Africa and the New in West Virginia. The French Broad winds through the mountains of Pisgah National Forest just a short 30 minute drive from Asheville, North Carolina. This free-flowing river is ideal for families and young teens, with moderate Class II and III rapids.

Cost without the card:

Adult (13+): $46.00
Child (3-12): $46.00

Hours:

Departure time is typically 2:20 pm;
Please confirm at time of reservation. March-November. Not valid on Saturdays during July and August.

Closed

May be closed major U.S. holidays.

Driving:

From Asheville, NC (approximately 25 miles) From I-240 take Exit 4A onto US 19/23 N. Drive 9 miles, then take exit #19A onto Hwy 25/70 toward Marshall, NC. After 8.5 miles, the road changes from 4 lanes to 2. Do not take Business 25/70 to Marshall. Continue another 6.5 miles and you will see the NOC buildings on the left. The parking lot entrance is at the top of the hill. Please note: Hwy 25/70 is a scenic byway and signage is limited. If you pass the red Walnut VFD building or the Walnut turn-off sign, you've gone too far.

Please read: important instructions on how to use your card.

Redemption Instructions:

Included admission on the French Broad Half-Day Rafting Trip* with the Go Blue Ridge Card. Go Blue Ridge Card allows you admission to the Half-Day Rafting trip that departs in the afternoon. Go Blue Ridge Card is not accepted on Saturdays during July and August.

Reservation Instructions:

Reservations are required.

The Go City Card is accepted until 5:30pm unless otherwise noted; during all other times standard admission will apply.