Best 78 things to do in Arden, NC

Waterski, wake surf, or tube with a coach captain on Lake James

Rent a kayak tube and float 4 miles to Silver-Line Park

Easy 4-mile paddle with brewery stops for ages 21+

Rent a kayak or SUP and float two Asheville river sections

Explore a sacred Cherokee summit with Smoky Mountains stops by van

Self-guided tubing with a shuttle ride to the river

Float 5 miles through class I+ rapids on a 3-hour active tubing trip

Float Section 7 of the French Broad River with Class 1+ rapids and an active 3-mile ride

Ride scenic trails into the hills and capture sweeping views on this extended 2-hour horseback adventure

Ride gentle mountain trails with panoramic countryside views

Ride hilltop trails with a break at Little Pine Gem Mine

Paddle the Upper French Broad with an easy Class I, self-guided 8-mile route

Float the Upper French Broad River with a guided tubing setup

Rent a canoe, kayak, SUP, or tandem kayak for a 24-hour or weekly outing

Float-fish for smallmouth bass with a guide on an 8-hour river trip

Fish Western North Carolina lakes and rivers with a licensed bass guide

Self-guided 4-hour paddle on the Upper French Broad River (Tuesdays only)

Explore 47 acres of vines and enjoy a glass of wine

Private calm-water rafting for up to 5, with a guide on the French Broad River

Try hot glass basics and make 1–3 pieces in a 3-hour workshop

Try hot glass basics in a small-group, 3-hour workshop

Paddle a full day along the French Broad River, passing Biltmore Estate and vibrant arts studios.

Adults-only evening river float with friends

Discover lush trails and hidden cascades with certified guides ensuring safety and local insights.