intermediate
Brevard, North Carolina, United States

French Broad at Island Ford

Island Ford offers scenic swimming in the clear, cool waters of the French Broad River with moderate current and rocky bottom typical of mountain rivers. Intermediate swimmers enjoy this spot for its natural setting and relatively calm sections, though swift current awareness is essential. Tip: use the established access point and never swim alone in mountain rivers.

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French Broad at Island Ford

35.1850, -82.7572

Details

Location
Brevard, North Carolina, United States
Type
ocean
Difficulty
intermediate
Coordinates
35.1850, -82.7572

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