Shop swimwear built for rivers, lakes & adventures in Western NC. Quick-dry shorts, suits & gear tested on the French Broad River.

When the days get long and the water calls, our Swim Collection is ready. At Headwaters Outfitters, we curate swimwear and water-ready apparel designed for paddlers, anglers, and families who spend their summers on the French Broad River.

Explore quick-dry shorts, performance swimsuits, river tops, and sun-protective layers made to move with you—from lazy tubing floats to back-eddy swims after a long paddle. Each piece offers comfort, durability, and UPF protection without sacrificing style.

Tested by our guides and staff here in Western North Carolina, this collection keeps you cool, dry, and adventure-ready whether you’re launching a canoe, taking a dip between casts, or relaxing riverside. It’s swimwear built for the river life—Born on the French Broad.