Water Activities in Hendersonville, NC

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

Self-guided tubing with a shuttle ride to the river

Cast in solitude with a whole private fishery to yourself

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

Cool off on a family-friendly French Broad River float

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

Cruise Lake Bowen on a 24-foot pontoon with launch, retrieval, and an on-water briefing handled for you

Paddle to Asheville breweries, riverside bars, and wading pools

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

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

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

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

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

Choose between two scenic Asheville river routes by kayak or paddleboard

Combine a French Broad River float with a brewery stop

Paddle river scenery, then relax at a brewery

Build practical fly-fishing skills from casting to stream tactics