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Penrose, North Carolina, United States

French Broad at Penrose Access

French Broad River at Penrose Access offers cold mountain river water with moderate current ideal for advanced swimmers comfortable with dynamic conditions. The scenic Appalachian setting provides beautiful surroundings. Wear a water shoe and life jacket, as this river has unexpected depth and current changes.

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French Broad at Penrose Access

35.2696, -82.6364

Details

Location
Penrose, North Carolina, United States
Type
ocean
Difficulty
advanced
Coordinates
35.2696, -82.6364

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