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Visit Huck Finn Rafting Adventures for North Carolina whitewater rafting, near Asheville, NC on the French Broad River in Hot Springs, NC. Closest rafting to Asheville.


My father and I started this business to show people how much fun and exciting running rivers can be. We wanted to share this with others on one of the most beautiful, and scenic rivers that Western North Carolina has to offer. Let us show you the love that we have for this river, and the surrounding area.
At Huck Finn Rafting Adventures, we strive to make your river experience one that is of the highest quality. We have a professional staff that specializes on The French Broad River. Our equipment is maintained with the industries highest standards. We use self-bailing rafts that are designed with your comfort in mind. Most of our guests are return customers from previous years who have found that we take the extra step in making them feel like they are not just another number. Since we are a small family owned and operated business, we can work with our customer's individual needs. Our trips are designed to utilize all the features of the river. We run the best lines in every rapid, and all trips stop for a swim at jump rock. It's the small stuff that makes your rafting experience one that you will remember for years to come.
—Heath White, Owner
Heath White
Heath (right) has been guiding rafts now for over 22 years, and on his off time enjoys golf, fishing, watching NASCAR, sailing, traveling, and of course running rivers.
Charles White
Charles (left) has been with Huck Finn from the beginning. In some boating circles, Charles is known for helping pioneer whitewater kayaking in the southeast. In the early days of river running, Charles helped explore some of what are now the best runs in the USA. Now Charles helps out however he can around the outpost, driving vans, giving helpful advice, and keeping his son Heath on the right track, god knows he needs it.
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Meet Our Guides
The guides and staff at Huck Finn Rafting Adventures are friendly, honest, and can help in making your time with us a fun and enjoyable experience. Most of our guides have been with us for several seasons and enjoy rafting sometimes more than our guests! Having a guide in your boat that is having fun can make all the difference in a rafting experience. All of our guides are professionally trained in river rescue, first aid, and CPR and will be there for you throughout your trip. Remember — our most important trip is yours!
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