|
Canoe, Kayak, Raft, Tube, Bike Rentals, Gem Mining, and Outdoor Events in Asheville, NC.
|
|
Asheville, N.C. is the location of our riverside office. Check in and trip orientation, safety talk and equipment handling all take place at one location. All of our prices include lifejacket, paddle, your boat choice (canoe, kayak or raft), transportation, and detailed safety instruction. This is truly a special experience for families, children, photographers, and romantics and appeals to both novice and enthusiast alike. Asheville Outdoor Center offers many opportunities to explore and seek out your own adventure. Our 7 mile river trip is a self guided experience , you can explore the river comletely on your own.
|
|
Bent Creek River Park to
Asheville Outdoor Center River Park, Asheville, NC.
|
 |
| Ready To Go At Bent Creek River Park |
|
|
 |
| Almost ready ! |
|
|
 |
| Beautiful day for Boating |
|
|
 |
| Reflections on the river |
|
|
7 mile float trip - small waves, easy current, excellent beginner trip suitable for children as small as 35 lbs.
This trips usually lasts for 3 hrs, although times vary with changing conditions
This 7 mile river trip is our most popular trip. Carving its way through the Biltmore Estate Property and some of the oldest mountains on earth, this quiet scenic float trip has all the variety for a fun filled day on the river. All of our trips are self guided, and groups can expect to be on the river for up to 3 hrs. Because our trip floats through the beautiful Biltmore Estate Property there is no development or large road systems, this is an 8 thousand acre private, protected wilderness property. Our guests can expect to see along the river banks and in the trees a variety of animals and bird life. The river otter, soft-shell turtle, pileated wood pecker, Carolina wren and the famous great blue heron are all likely to be seen when floating this relaxing, quiet, scenic trip on the French Broad River.
|
How this works: *Reservations are Recommended...Reservations are ONLY guaranteed with a credit card confirmation by an AOC staff member.* Guest arrive at the Asheville Outdoor Center at least 30 minutes prior to a trip time ( 10, 11 AM, 1, 2 PM), guests are checked in, release forms signed, payment made, and directed to the safety area. We require all guests to participate in the safety briefing. Once the safety orientation is over guests board the vans for a short shuttle (drive) to Bent Creek Park, there staff unload boats, guests get in , and you are off paddling for 3 hours. Easy. The 7 mile river trip is a self guided river experience. You arrive back at the Asheville Outdoor Center, back where your car is ready for your next adventure.
All boaters, boats and vehicles accessing at Asheville Outdoor Center must be off the river
and out of the parking lot at the conclusion of each business day (typically 5:00PM), late fee will apply.
Any vehicle left in our lot after closing will be towed at the owner's expense.
|
|
You choose your boat...
We offer this 7 mile float trip in canoes for 2 adults and up to 2 children, rafts for 4-8 people, single kayaks and tandem kayaks.
(Please see our "Boat Selection" page for pictures and descriptions of our boats available for rental.)
|
|
Asheville Outdoor Center 2010
Price Schedule & Services Offered
All prices subject to change
MasterCard & Visa accepted
Please call for details on any of our trips
|
|
Quietwater, 7 Mile Self-Guided Float Trip
Scenic flatwater trip with class 1 ripples, easy current, and small waves.
Guest must arrive 30 minutes in advance of their departure time
for check-in and safety information.
Guest arriving late for check-in may be moved to the next trip, pending space is available.
No refunds if next trip booked full...Arrive Early!
Reservations/Cancellations
Reservations can be made by calling 1 800 849 1970
confirmed reservations are made with credit card and require a 48 hr. cancellation.
No refunds under 48 hrs. prior to scheduled trip time.
Groups of 10 or more, reservations and C.C. confirmation required at time reservation is made, one week cancellation prior to trip date.
Trips only available Tuesday through Sunday, closed on Mondays.
*Reservations required for 9 AM trip.
|
Check-In |
Departure |
|
|
|
| |
9:30 AM |
10:00 AM |
| |
10:30 AM |
11:00 AM |
| |
12:30 PM |
1:00 PM |
| |
1:30 PM |
2:00 PM |
|
June, July &
August Rates |
|
April, May,
September &
October Rates |
Adults
|
$ 38.00 per person |
|
$ 34.00 per person |
| Children 12 yrs. & under |
$ 28.00 per person |
|
$ 24.00 per person |
Groups 10
or more |
$ 34.00 per person |
|
$ 32.00 per person |
| Seniors 65 & older |
$ 34.00 per person |
|
$ 32.00 per person |
US Military with ID
|
$ 34.00 per person |
|
$ 32.00 per person |
*In April, Weekends trips depart only @ 10:00, 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM. Reservations required for April trips.
*In September, after Labor day, Weekdays and Sunday trips depart only @ 10:00 AM. , 11:00 AM. and 1:00 PM.
Saturday trips depart @ 10:00, 11:00 AM, 1:00 and 2:00 PM.
Please arrive 30 Min. Prior
In October trips only available on weekends unless special arrangements have been made, call for details.
All participants must sign a release form.
No one under 18 allowed without legal parent or guardian signature!
|
|
Sorry, but absolutely NO PETS allowed on our river trips or on property. Thank you.
|
 |
| 7 Mile Trip Season Pass |
|
|
Frequent Paddler Season Pass
Now Available for 2010
Purchase a multi-trip pass and SAVE money!
7 Mile River Trip Pass available for 3 trips or 5 trips.
3 Trips: $84.00 Pass, Savings of up to $30
5 Trips: $140.00 Pass, Savings of up to $50
Private Boater 7 Mile Shuttle Service Pass available for 3 or 5 trips.
3 Trips: $30, Savings of $12
5 Trips: $50, Savings of $20
*All passes are non-transferable. Pass is only valid for individual for whom issued.
*Valid from April through October of season issued. Pets and alcohol prohibited.
|
 |
| PB Shuttle Season Pass |
|
|
Private Boaters Shuttle Rates
7 Mile Float Trip
Per person charge $ 14.00
Includes all boat transportation, parking fees, user fees, and river access. Trips depart as listed above and are subject to space availability. Please arrive at least 30 min. before trip time.
There is a $ 5.00 per person fee for river access only, this includes a parking fee if a vehicle is left in our parking lot. This $5.00 fee is included with private boaters shuttle fee.
All boaters, boats and vehicles accessing at Asheville Outdoor Center must be off the river
and out of the parking lot at the conclusion of each business day (typically 5:00PM), late fee will apply.
Any vehicle left in our lot after closing will be towed at the owner's expense.
|
 |
| Click image to see curent FBR water levels |
|
|
|
The Asheville Outdoor Center is an alcohol and drug free environment, no alcohol or drugs are allowed on property or on the river, we reserve the right to check all coolers and to refuse service to anyone!
Don't PUI (paddleundertheinfluence)
Bent Creek Public Access, Hominy Creek Public Access, and the French Broad River are all public property. Alcohol and drug use on government property is a Federal offense.
|
|
