Rafting NC: whitewater rafting in North Carolina. Rafting TN. Whitewater rafting on the French Broad, Nolichucky and Watauga Rivers in NC and TN. Closest whitewater rafting to Asheville, Lake Lure, Black Mountain, Burnsville, Hot Springs, Boone, Banner Elk and Blowing Rock, North Carolina, and Johnson City, TN. NC summer camps in NC. Raft guide training, raft guide school, raft guide jobs.
mountain_adventure_guides
Caving
Caving
Rafting
Rafting
Summer Camps
Summer Camps

Mountain Adventure Guides dba USA Raft offers whitewater rafting in NC & TN on the French Broad River, Nolichucky River, and Watauga River, near Asheville and Boone, NC, and Johnson City, TN.

Whitewater rafting in NC and TN with USA Raft on the French Broad, Nolichucky and Watauga Rivers

Whitewater rafting with USA Raft is an affordable, fun and exciting way to experience the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, near Asheville and Boone, NC and Johnson City, TN.

USA Raft provides everything you will need for your rafting trip. Just bring a change of clothes and be ready to have fun and get wet!

Add a guided caving or rock climbing trip to your whitewater rafting adventure to make your vacation a complete outdoor experience!

Fall Colors & Rafting  Enjoy fall foliage from a guided raft with USA Raft on the French Broad, Nolichucky & Watauga Rivers!.

With over 25+ years of experience, a rigorous guide training program and some of best guides and gear in the business, USA Raft is well qualified to guide your family or group on an amazing rafting adventure.

  • USA Raft on the French Broad, Nolichucky and Watauga Rivers.a professional guide in every raft with USA Raft
  • experience is not required. 
  • all gear is provided.
  • high performance, self-bailing rafts.
  • 7 rafting trips on 3 rivers. Scroll down for complete descriptions, details
  • rafting for ages 4 and up, Mild to Wild.
  • 3 locations, near Asheville and Boone, NC, and Johnson City, TN.
  • rafting season is daily March 1 to November 1st.
  • book online 24/7 or call 1-866-USA-Raft

Whitewater rafting in NC and TN with 1-866-USA-Raft. Watauga River: Elizabethton, TN.Excellence is our mission and passion. USA Raft is committed to providing you with the highest quality guides and equipment.

  • Recognized in: Men's Journal, American Scouting Digest, National Geographic Adventure, Pilots Away, Diversion Magazine for Physicians at Leisure and Hooked on the Outdoors.
  • Professional outfitter and guide licenses with the United States Forest Service.
  • Family owned outfitter. Our owner Richard Dulworth has paddled here since 1977 and first guided in 1983.

"Thank you so much for hosting the NC Division of Tourism’s United Kingdom Press and Tour Operator Group. Rafting was the HIGHLIGHT of the trip. Your guides were outstanding. They were skilled, knowledgeable and fun!"   - Wit Tuttell. Public Relations Director. North Carolina Division of Tourism, Film and Sports Development.

Reservations

1-866-USA-Raft or 1-423-743-7111

Book Online anytime 24/7

French Broad River: Marshall, NC. The French Broad River is the closest whitewater rafting to Asheville, NC (just 30 min.) The French Broad River flows through the heart of Pisgah National Forest. It offers wide, open channels, beautiful mountain vistas and fun, splashy rapids: perfect family rafting fun! Class 2-3, 4. Ages 8+.

Nolichucky River Gorge. Whitewater rafting in NC and TN with USA Raft.Nolichucky River Gorge: Erwin, TN. With 25+ class 2-4 rapids the Nolichucky River Gorge is the most adventurous whitewater rafting trip in the region. The Nolichucky River is just 45 min. from Asheville, NC, 1.5+ hours from Boone, NC and 20 min. from Johnson City, TN. Class 3-4. Experience is not required. Ages 12+.

Lower Nolichucky River: Erwin, TN. Raft with kids as young as 4+. The Lower Nolichucky River is a magical place. Beauty and history abound in this area - it's Daniel Boone and Davey Crockett country! Imagine a relaxed family outing with time to swim and see Blue Herons and spectacular rock formations along the way! The Lower Nolichucky River is just 45 min. from Asheville, NC and 20 min from Johnson City, TN. Class 1-2. Ages 4+.

Watauga River: Elizabethton, TN. Your Watauga River rafting trip begins below Wilbur Dam and you will raft through scenic farms with mountain views above the historic town of Elizabethton, TN. The Watauga River is dam controlled, which means there is consistent water flows every day with fast moving water with gentle rapids. 1 hour from Boone, NC and 20 min. from Johnson City, TN. Class 1-2. Ages 4+.

Worley's Cave: Bluff City, TN. We will travel through a "wild cave." The only lights are your head-lamps! There will be huge passages that are hundreds of millions of years old. Visit vast rooms, such as “Fairies Ballroom,” “Tombstone,” and “Giant’s Causeway.” Kids love Worley's Cave! We hear over and over again how caving was the highlight of their trip! Ages 8+.

Crockett Cabin: Erwin, TN on the banks of the Nolichucky River: The Appalachian Trail and Nolichucky River are adjacent to the Nolichucky property and there are thousands of acres of nearby National Forest for hiking and fishing. Just bring a sleeping bag and your friends & Family. Cost: is just $15 per person + tax per night.

2010 MAG Summer Adventure Camp 2010  Explore a cave, climb a mountain, raft a wild river, cook a delicious dinner over a camp-fire and then sleep under the stars! MAG Summer Adventure Camp is an all outdoors, coed summer adventure camp, located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, near Asheville, NC. We have 6 and 12 day camps for ages 12-16. We're a great choice for active, healthy kids! Campers will make new friends, learn outdoor skills and have fun and adventure. Camp groups are deliberately small, with up to 12 campers and 3 instructor guides. Activities are age appropriate and include comprehensive instruction. No experience is necessary and MAG provides all major gear. Just bring a good attitude and willingness to spend time having fun outdoors trying new things! 

Worley's Cave: Mountain Adventure Guides dba 1-866-USA-Raft. We love groups!  Groups of 9+ receive a discount off the regular price all season long. Group Discounts:1/2 day trips: 9 - 26 people: $4 per person discount. 27+ people: $8 per person discount. Full day trips: 9-26 people $5 per person discount. 27+ people: $10 per person discount.

Packages: we offer half, full-day and multi-day whitewater rafting and caving package adventures for groups. No experience is required and MAG provides all technical gear. Lodging is available in Crockett Cabin (just bring your sleeping bag) along with any meals you require.

Package Special #1: Full day Nolichucky River Gorge with lunch on the river & 1/2 day Worley's Cave and 1 night lodging in Crockett Cabin, Ages 12+. $99.95 per person + tax. No other discounts apply. 4+ people to book. Limited availability. Reservations are required. 1-866-USA-Raft.

Package Special #2: 1/2 day Lower Nolichucky River & 1/2 day Worley's Cave with 1 night lodging in Crockett Cabin. Ages 8+. $79.95 per person + tax. No other discounts apply. 4+ people to book. Limited availability. Reservations are required. 1-866-USA-Raft.

Fun Rafting Video   FAQ   Directions   Mileage Table   Area Map   Reservations   Availability

USA Raft on the French Broad, Nolichucky and Watauga Rivers, located near Asheville and Boone, NC and Johnson City, TN. 1-866-USA-Raft.USA Raft Reservations

1-866-USA-Raft or 1-423-743-7111

Book Online - Anytime

Online booking is easy, safe and secure. It's also available when you are. After you book online, you will immediately receive an email confirmation with directions and what to wear. You may also print a receipt.

French Broad River near Asheville, NC.

Marshall, NC. The French Broad River is the closest whitewater rafting to Asheville, NC - 30+ minuets. The French Broad River flows through the heart of Pisgah National Forest. It offers wide, open channels, beautiful mountain vistas and fun, splashy rapids: perfect family rafting fun! There are many class 2-3 Whitewater rafting in NC and TN with USA Raft on the French Broad River: Asheville, NC. 1-866-USA-Raft.rapids on the 5 mile 1/2 day section of the French Broad River, such as Pinball, the slide, S-Turn, Stack House, Sandy Bottom and Ledges! The 8 mile full day trip includes the 5 mile 1/2 day section of the river and a riverside lunch, followed by another 3 miles with class 4 Frank Bell's Rapid and class 4 Needle Falls.

French Broad River 5 mile ½ day: Class 2-3. Ages 8+. At average summer water levels, expect to spend about 4 hours with us, including outfitting, safety talk, shuttles and river trip. Please note: higher water trips in spring or after rain can be much faster. Trip Format: Guided rafts. Trip Times: 9:15, 11:30 & 3:00. Cost: $42.95 per person.

French Broad River 5 mile ½ day with lunch: Class 2-3. Ages 8+. At average summer water levels, expect to spend about 5 hours with us, including outfitting, safety talk, shuttles and river trip. Please note: higher water trips in spring or after rain can be much faster. Trip Format: Guided rafts and/or duckies. Trip Time: 10:30. Cost: $54.95 per person.

French Broad River 8+ mile full day with lunch: Class 2-3 & 4. Ages 8+. At average summer water levels, expect to spend up to 6 hours with us, including outfitting, safety talk, shuttles and river trip: higher water trips in spring or after rain can be much faster. Trip Format: Guided rafts and/or duckies. Trip time: 10:30. Cost: $64.95 per person.

Nolichucky River Gorge near Asheville & Boone, NC & Johnson City, TN.

Erwin, TN. With over 25 named class 2-4 rapids, through truly pristine wilderness, the Nolichucky River Gorge is one of the top rafting adventures in the entire east! The headwaters Whitewater rafting in NC and TN on the Nolichucky River with USA Raft.and tributaries of the amazing Nolichucky River begin on the slopes of Mt. Mitchell, the highest mountain on the entire east coast. From there the Nolichucky rushes along the boarder of North Carolina and Tennessee through a raucous gorge rimmed with beautiful cliffs and flowery rhododendron. The Nolichucky River Gorge can be big and bad in spring and/or after heavy rain. Typical summer trips are lower volume water, technical class 3-4 whitewater. Experience is not required, but the Nolichucky Gorge is recommended for healthy, active people ages 12+. Our Nolichucky River Outpost is located on the river where we end our trip just feet from your car, our outfitter's store, hot showers and cold drinks. Your car will be at our river-side outpost waiting for you where we end our rafting trip, so unlike other outfitters there is no need for an after-trip shuttle with USA Raft.

Nolichucky River Gorge 9 mile ½ day: Class 3-4. Ages 12+. In summer, you will generally spend 5 hours with us, including rafting trip, shuttle to put-in, gearing up, and pre-trip speech. In spring and after heavy rain trip times can be much faster. Trip Format: Guaranteed guided raft. Trip times: 8 or 1:30. Cost: $64.95 per person.

Nolichucky River Gorge 9 mile full day: Class 3-4. Ages 12+. In summer, you will generally spend up to 7+ hours with us on the full day lunch trip (including rafting trip, shuttle to put-in, gearing up, and pre trip speech). Trip Format. Guided rafts and/or all duckies depending on water levels the day of your trip. Trip times: 9 or 10. Cost: $74.95 per person.

Lower Nolichucky River near Asheville & Boone, NC & Johnson City, TN.

Erwin, TN. The Lower Nolichucky River is a magical place. Beauty and history abound in this area - it's Daniel Boone and Davey Crockett country! Imagine a relaxed family outing with time to swim, a chance to see Blue Herons and spectacular rock formations along the way!

3-5 mile ½ day: Class 2. Ages 4+. In summer, you will generally spend up to 3+ hours with us, including rafting trip, shuttle, gearing up and pre trip speech. Trip Format: Guided rafts and/or duckies. Trip times: 9:30 and 2:00. Cost: $35.95 per person.

3-5 mile ½ day with lunch: Class 2. Ages 4+. In summer, you will generally spend up to 4+ hours with us, including rafting trip, shuttle to put-in, gearing up, and pre-trip speech. Trip Format: Guided rafts and/or duckies. Trip times 10:30. Cost: $45.95 per person.

Watauga River near Boone, NC and Johnson City, TN.

Elizabethton, TN. The Watauga River is an excellent first time family rafting trip. Imagine a relaxed family rafting trip with time to swim and play along the way! The Watauga River is a class 1-2 rafting trip with one class 3 rapid called "Anaconda". It has fast moving, pristine water with gentle rapids. Your rafting trip begins below Wilbur Dam and you will raft through scenic farms with mountain views above the historic town of Elizabethton. The Watauga River is dam controlled, which means there is consistent water flows every day throughout the rafting season. 

4.5 mile ½ day: Class 2. Ages 4+. You will generally spend up to 3 hours with us, including rafting trip, shuttles, gearing up, and pre-trip speech. Trip Format: Guided rafts. A limited number of single and double ducks may be available on the day of your trip.Trip times: 2:00. Cost: $39.95 per person.

Worley’s Cave near Boone, NC & Johnson City, TN.

Bluff City, TN. We will travel through passages that are hundreds of millions of years old and visit vast rooms, such as “Fairies Ballroom,” “Tombstone,” and “Giant’s Causeway.” Kids love Worley's Cave! ½ day caving. Ages 8+. Trip times: 9:30 and 2:00. Cost: $44.95 per person.

Crockett Cabin Bunkhouse: on the Nolichucky River in Erwin TN.

Erwin, TN. Rustic cabin bunkhouse on the Nolichucky River. Just bring a sleeping bag and your friends & Family. Cost: $15 per person + tax.


Whitewater Rafting | Summer Adventure Camp | Caving Trips | Rock Climbing | Groups | Lodging | Packages | About | Contact MAG dba 1-866-USA Raft. | Employment | Site Map