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CAUTION! The French Broad, along with many other rivers in Western North Carolina, received record rainfall during Hurricane Helene, causing devastating flooding across the entire watershed. The availability and condition of access points, campsites, signage, outfitters, and the river itself currently varies as recovery and rebuilding efforts are underway. French Broad Paddle Trail staff are currently partnering with federal, state, and local governments, along with other local non-profits and businesses, to clean up the river and reestablish access as efficiently as possible. See below for the status of each respective access point and feel free to contact us with any questions.

ACCESS POINTS

There are dozens of locations to access the French Broad Paddle Trail legally and safely. Our public river access points vary in size, shape, style, and management, but all exist to connect people with the river. Some are solely points of ingress and egress for paddlers and anglers, while others are extensive river parks complete with greenways, restrooms, and other amenities. This list organizes public river access points by county, river mile, name, and management, however our web and print maps contain additional details, including specific location, type of access, existence of parking and restrooms, photos, etc. For more information on specific access points, feel free to contact us or reach out to the respective land manager.

 

TRANSYLVANIA COUNTY


HENDERSON COUNTY


BUNCOMBE COUNTY


MADISON COUNTY


COCKE COUNTY

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