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A tent campsite at Pigeon River Campground in the Smoky Mountains.

Jun 19, 2018

Jun 19

6 Best Things to Do in the Smoky Mountains This Summer

Nothing gets better than breathing in the fresh mountain air during the sweet summertime! When you visit the Smoky Mountains during the summer, you’re guaranteed to have the time of your life exploring everything that the area has to offer. Whether you’re coasting down the river on one of our rafting trips, or soaring through the trees on a zipline, you’ll be making memories that last a lifetime! Here are the 6 best things to do in the Smoky Mountains this summer:

laurel falls popular trail for hiking in the smokies

Jun 01, 2018

Jun 01

Top 5 Trails for Summer Hiking in the Smokies

When you visit the Smoky Mountains during the summer, there are so many exciting activities to enjoy outdoors. After your rafting adventure with us, we recommend going for a hike! The Great Smoky Mountains National Park has more than 850 miles of hiking trails to explore. To help you narrow down where to hike, we’ve come up with the top 5 trails for summer hiking in the Smokies:

Apr 16, 2018

Apr 16

Top 4 Things to Do in the Smoky Mountains in the Spring

When you visit the Smoky Mountains in the spring, you’re in for a treat! The sun shining and flowers blooming creates a breathtaking scene. Spring is the perfect time to try all the exciting outdoor adventures available in the Smoky Mountains! Whether you’re spending your time with us on the river or exploring the miles of trails in the National Park, you’re in for an amazing time. Here are the top 4 things to do in the Smoky Mountains in the spring:

Winter hiking in the Smokies is one of the best activities to enjoy

Dec 01, 2017

Dec 01

4 of the Best Reasons to Go Winter Hiking in the Smokies

Hiking is a great way to be a part of nature, even in the winter months! You can still enjoy hiking in one of the most beautiful national parks in the United States when it is chilly outside. There will be select trails open in the winter, but the trails that are open will be easy to navigate. You’ll have to bundle up in warm clothing, but it’ll all be worth it when you see the snow covering the peaks of the Great Smoky Mountains. The breathtaking sights are just one of the many reasons you should go winter hiking in the Smokies on your next getaway.

A stunning waterfall in the Smoky Mountains.

Oct 17, 2016

Oct 17

3 Smoky Mountain Activities to Enjoy in the White Water Rafting Off Season

If we had it our way, white water rafting at Smoky Mountain Outdoors would be a year round activity! Unfortunately, the cool fall and winter weather in East Tennessee means that we can only offer rafting adventures during the spring and summer months. If you will be visiting the Smokies during our off season, however, there are still a number of excellent ways to enjoy the great outdoors during your vacation. To help you make the most of your trip, we have put together a guide to three of our favorite Smoky Mountain activities for the off season:

Three happy people having fun on a Smoky Mountain kayaking trip.

Dec 17, 2015

Dec 17

How to Plan a Smoky Mountain Kayaking Trip in 5 Steps

Smoky Mountain Outdoors offers an exciting variety of trips down the Pigeon River, including guided inflatable kayak trips. Join us as we travel through some of the most spectacular scenery in the country while experiencing the thrill of conquering white water rapids! Here is how to plan a Smoky Mountain kayaking trip in five steps: