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When:
August 24, 2018 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
2018-08-24T10:00:00-04:00
2018-08-24T12:00:00-04:00
Where:
The Old French Broad
Blue Ridge Pkwy
Asheville, NC 28803
USA
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Blue Ridge Parkway
(828) 298-0398
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Special Event
Blue Ridge Parkway Fitness Hike Hiking Ranger Hike of the Week
Hike of the Week: The Old French Broad @ The Old French Broad | Asheville | North Carolina | United States

393600 Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville, NC 28803

 

Join Parkway rangers at 10:00 am on Friday, August 24th for an easy, 1 mile round-trip hike down to one of the oldest rivers in the world. From unique habitat to essential water supply, from trade route to recreation area, the French Broad River plays an intrinsic role in lives of all creatures who live in these mountains.

Meet at Milepost 393.6 and park at the gravel pull-off on the North end of the bridge. Bring water, wear good walking shoes, and be prepared for changeable weather.

For more information, contact 828-298-5330, ext. 304.