things to do in Arden, NC

Slow down with Highland cows and locally made ice cream

Float the French Broad with tube, shuttle, and parking included

Private Blue Ridge Parkway day tour with waterfalls, overlooks, and local craft stops

Build your fishing skills with instruction tailored to your experience and goals

Discover Asheville's street art off the beaten path

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

Raft 5 miles of Class II–III rapids on French Broad Section 9 from Asheville

Self-guided tubing with a shuttle ride to the river

Fly by helicopter to Swann's Plantation for a Valentine’s picnic for two

Cool off on a family-friendly French Broad River float

Reach the East's Highest Summit for Mountain Views and Blue Ridge Scenery

Unwind on a gentle evening float through Asheville's River Arts District

Explore 47 acres of vines and enjoy a glass of wine

Self-guided kayak float past the Biltmore to Asheville’s River Arts District

Cast for hard-fighting smallmouth from a guide-rowed fishing raft

Curated wine tasting plus a 50-mile helicopter sightseeing flight

Climb Pisgah Forest trails to a scenic summit with guided rope assistance

Share a three-course vineyard dinner with a glass of wine

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

Explore Asheville beer culture with brewery stories and behind-the-scenes access

See the Smokies by helicopter with guided narration and flexible routing

Fish secluded private water with a guide tailored to your skill level

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

Paddle to Asheville breweries, riverside bars, and wading pools