Clean Waters
MountainTrue works to restore and preserve our waterways as healthy ecosystems that are great places to swim, paddle and play. Our Riverkeepers are the primary guardians of their respective river basins; and our members and volunteer maintain the health of our waterways by monitoring pollution and cleaning up our rivers and streams.
MountainTrue supports the development and enforcement of standards and regulations to protect surface and ground water, and we work to preserve and restore waterways as healthy ecosystems as well as recreational and aesthetic resources.
Programs
MountainTrue is dedicated to protecting our waterways and our mountain communities through a variety of programs:
Riverkeepers
French Broad River Paddle Trail℠
The French Broad River Paddle Trail℠ project was born out of the public’s desire to explore the entire French Broad River by boat. Now it is possible to do so, as the entire trail is composed of paddle-in-only campsites. The French Broad River Paddle Trail℠ is a recreational watercraft trail created and operated by MountainTrue and RiverLink. The paddle trail facilitates the public access to and camping on over 140 miles of the French Broad River, from the headwaters in Rosman, North Carolina to Douglas Lake in Tennessee.
Explore the French Broad
Clean Waters News
Broad River Paddle Trail Fact Sheet – River Conditions as of June ’25
MountainTrue seeks a diverse board representing its service areas, including different areas of expertise and life experiences. If interested, please complete the board member application and attach your CV/bio.
MT Raleigh Report – Legislative Update: Crunch Time in Raleigh: Where Key Bills for WNC Stand
The North Carolina General Assembly is finally taking steps toward disaster relief for Western NC after Hurricane Helene. HB47, a $500M bill, is on the House’s agenda—but will it get Senate approval? Find out what’s in the bill and what’s next for recovery!
MountainTrue’s Helene Cleanup Crews: FAQ
Have you seen one or more of our cleanup crews in action? We've answered some frequently asked...
Take Action to Protect the Little Tennessee River
The Little Tennessee River is home to an incredible diversity of life: over 100 fish species...
