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Take-out NC

Fletcher Martin Road Bridge Take-Out

French Broad - 6. NC Route 251 to Route 1634 (NC)

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Gauge Conditions
French Broad River at Asheville, NC Upstream Primary
Runnable: 500.0 – 5,000.0 CFS

500 to 5K is the runnable range for a typical boater running from Woodfin Park to below the Ledges or to the Alexander bridge.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Fletcher Martin Road Bridge Take-Out
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
The Fletcher Martin Road Bridge Take-Out marks the end of this section of the French Broad River, providing a straightforward exit point for paddlers completing this run. While not a rapid itself, this location serves as a critical access point and takeout zone, requiring careful navigation to ensure a safe and efficient exit from the river.
Location
Type
Take-out
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
8.6 mi
Directions
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6. NC Route 251 to Route 1634
French Broad
I-III 8.6 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater