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5 Reasons Why Groups Love Our Smoky Mountain Rafting Trips

June 30, 2022

During the warmer months, white water rafting is not only a great way to beat the heat, but it’s also a fun activity for everyone in your group! From the thrills of class 3 and 4 rapids to a smooth ride down the Pigeon River, there’s an experience for everyone to enjoy. Here are 5 reasons why your group will love our Smoky Mountain rafting trips: Read More

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5 Awesome Advantages of a Gatlinburg White Water Rafting and Zipline Combo

June 23, 2022

If you’re looking for some extreme fun while visiting the Gatlinburg area, participating in a Gatlinburg white water rafting and zipline combo is the perfect attraction for you. Many people travel to the Little Pigeon River to take part in white water rafting each year. When you choose to use this combination, there are many awesome advantages that will benefit you and your whole group. Read More

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Smoky Mountain Outdoors Announces New Partnership with the Safe Passage Project

June 20, 2022

For those who don’t know, wildlife found in the Smokies are born with the instinct to follow the same geographical path as the relatives who have come before them. They do so in search of many different things, including food, mates, and territory. The problem is that humans have made natural migration more difficult by dividing their pathways with roads and infrastructure. In an effort to bring awareness to this issue, we have recently partnered with the Safe Passage project: Read More

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Top 5 Reasons Why Our Smoky Mountain Rafting Trips are an Amazing Value

June 14, 2022

Our whitewater rafting trips are not only action packed adventures, but an excellent value that is easy on your budget! You’ll be pleasantly surprised to find that our excursions are incredibly affordable, so bring the whole family along for the highlight of your Smoky Mountain vacation! For less than half the price of a day at an amusement park, you’ll experience the thrills of a lifetime! Here are the top 5 reasons why our Smoky Mountain rafting trips are an amazing value: Read More

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5 Things You’ll Love About Lower River Rafting in the Smoky Mountains

May 25, 2022

Are you looking for a fun outdoor activity to enjoy this summer when you visit the Smokies? Come rafting with us at Smoky Mountain Outdoors Rafting! Our Lower River Trip is the perfect adventure for families — especially families with kids. To help you learn more about this trip, we’ve made a list of the top 5 things you’ll love about lower river rafting in the Smoky Mountains: Read More

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Top 3 Places to Go Hiking in the Smoky Mountains This Spring

April 18, 2022

While you can enjoy hiking all year long in the Smokies, the spring months are one of the best times to experience the trails within the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. You will not only find long days of sunshine and comfortable hiking weather but blooming wildflowers, stunning waterfalls, and many other natural wonders! The toughest decision is deciding where to hike, but we can help! Check out these top 3 places to go hiking in the Smoky Mountains this spring: Read More

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3 Unique Things to Do in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park

April 18, 2022

If you’ve been to the Great Smoky Mountains before, you’ve probably tried all of the most popular activities, from driving through Cades Cove to having a picnic by the river. While these are always fun things to do, you may be looking for something a little different for your next trip. Here are 3 unique things to do in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park you’ll want to experience on your next vacation: Read More

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Top 5 Tips For Pigeon River Rafting With Kids

April 11, 2022

Whitewater rafting is one of the most fun and exciting activities to do with your family when you plan a trip to the Smoky Mountains! Of course, the best place to go rafting in the Smoky Mountains is with us! You and your kids will get to experience beautiful mountain views, an exciting excursion, and the possibility of rapids that will provide you with an unforgettable rafting experience. To make the rafting experience better for your whole family, check out these top 5 tips for Pigeon River rafting with kids: Read More

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5 Things You’ll Love About Our Upper Pigeon River Rafting Trip

March 23, 2022

White water rafting is a great way to spend a day of your next vacation in the Smoky Mountains! This is the perfect activity for people of all ages, and you don’t even have to be experienced to head out on the water! We have a few different trips for you to choose from, and one of the most popular is our upper Pigeon River rafting trip. You may be wondering what you will enjoy about this particular adventure, so we want to share 5 things you will love about our upper Pigeon River rafting trip with you:
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Top 3 Outdoor Activities in Gatlinburg to Try This Off Season

March 20, 2022

Even though rafting season is coming to an end, that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the fantastic views of the Smoky Mountains. There are a large variety of different activities that you can do outdoors, even when the weather begins to cool down. Here are 3 of the best outdoor activities in Gatlinburg to try this off season: Read More

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4 Perks of Going White Water Rafting Near Gatlinburg in the Spring

March 8, 2022

Are you already thinking about your spring break trip to the Smokies or you are just wanting to visit the Smoky Mountains during this time of year? There’s no better time to visit the Smokies than in the spring when the weather starts warming up, wildlife is emerging, and flowers are blooming! If you’re trying to decide what you will do while you’re in town, you should definitely add rafting to your list! Learn about these 4 perks of going white water rafting near Gatlinburg in the spring: Read More