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Additional ways to contact us:
Phone: 800-570-7238
Email: info@FrenchBroadAdventures.com
Directions
All guests must arrive at least 30 minutes before their departure time.
Canyoneering trips meet at 103 Westside Dr, Asheville, NC 28806. From there, we’ll travel to the wild and rugged Pisgah National Forest near Brevard, NC. Pisgah National Forest is the birthplace of forestry and remains one of the most sought after trail systems for lots of outdoor adventures, including canyoneering.
Directions to Asheville Outpost:
If you are using a GPS, be sure your software is updated. If using Waze, Google Maps, Apple Maps, or a web-based map, use 103 Westside Dr, Asheville, NC 28806. When you arrive at the location, look for our adventure vehicle, a white Ford Transit Van that says French Broad Adventures & Follow Me To Adventure on the side. Our guides will greet you.
Go to our Asheville Outpost Page for more information.
***Please note we do not recommend using ride-sharing services (Uber, Lyft, etc) to get to our main outpost in Marshall for your rafting or ziplining trips. Though it is close to Asheville (about 30 minutes away), it is a quiet, rural area, and return rides can be challenging to find. Please plan on driving or having a dedicated ride to your adventure. If you have questions, please call us.
Cancellation Policy
Reservations are refundable with a call to our office with a minimum 3-day (72 hours) notice and are subject to a 6% non-refundable credit card processing fee. Any cancellations under 3 days of your trip time will result in a forfeit of trip cost. Trips booked under 3 days in advance are not eligible for refunds. French Broad Adventures trips continue rain or shine, 7 days a week, March through October. If you need to reschedule your trip within 3 days of the trip time, a $50 rescheduling fee will apply.
Participant requirements
Weight
There is no weight min or max. Participants must fit a climbing harness with a waist measurement between 18-45″ and a leg measurement between 10-28″.
Age
Minimum age of 12. Any participant under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Physical Fitness
You are fit enough if you can comfortably walk 3 miles unassisted on a trail carrying a light pack, comfortably hike on uphill and downhill slopes, climb or descend 5 flights of stairs, and climb a ladder with ease. You must also be comfortable with heights.
Health and Medical Conditions
- You cannot participate if you have an existing medical condition that could require urgent care (such as major heart problems or seizure disorders) or if you have a condition that could jeopardize your or another participant’s safety.
- We also do not recommend that you participate if you are pregnant or have significant musculoskeletal problems – please seek the advice of your physician before booking your trip.
- You cannot participate if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any medication that could impair you in any way.
If you may require any fast-acting medications such as an EpiPen, diabetic glucose, or an asthma inhaler please bring them on your trip and inform your Guides.
Waiver
All guests are required to sign a waiver. You participate at your own risk.
What to wear and bring
Please Bring
- Any medication that you may need immediate access to while on the trip (e.g., asthma inhaler, epipen or diabetic glucose).
- Change of clothes and a towel to leave in the van.
- For taking photos, a small waterproof/shockproof camera or disposable camera is best.
- A “brown-bag” style lunch (i.e. a sandwich or wrap) and/or your favorite energy bar (i.e. Clif, Lara, or Rx bar) or trail mix.
- Extra water. If you feel the need for more than 8fl oz of water, please bring your own water bottle.
Do Not Bring
- Canyoneering: Your cell phone is unlikely to work. We recommend not bringing it on the actual trip.
- Hiking poles
Partner Discounts
Visit our Partners and use the following discount codes to receive a 10% discount on their tours:
Sandy Bottom Trail Rides ($5 off per rider) with coupon code SBTR98
Area Information
We're happy we get to live, work, and play in beautiful Madison County, NC.
We have a helpful Area Information page with some of our favorite places to eat and play. Some businesses on this page may still be affected by Hurricane Helene. Please be sure to call ahead to confirm hours of operation.
We also regularly update our Marshall and Hot Springs pages with the latest on re-openings.
