Smoky Mountains

One of the best parts of visiting the Smoky Mountains is seeing all the wildlife in its natural habitat! This area is known for its abundance of black bears, but do you know about any of the other animals in the Smoky Mountains? We want to tell you about the top creatures you might see and the best places to go to possibly see them. Here are the top 8 animals in the Smoky Mountains and where to find them: Read More

While we are closed for the season, there are still plenty of ways to stay active during the winter months in the Smokies! This is actually a wonderful time to be outside among the Smoky Mountains as the winter temperatures are generally moderate. Here are 5 fun Smoky Mountain activities you can enjoy during the winter months: Read More

Fall is the perfect time for hiking in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park! The weather is cooling down from summer, especially in the higher elevations, and the colors of the leaves start to change, giving you an incredible view no matter where you are in the park! Here are the top 6 fall hikes in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park that you should try when you visit: Read More

Are you a Great Smoky Mountain National Park fanatic? You probably know a lot about the park if you are. But do you know everything about the Smokies? Check out these 6 fun facts about the Great Smoky Mountains you probably didn’t know: Read More

Have you been planning on going white water rafting when you’re on vacation in the Great Smoky Mountains? Don’t let the adventure stop there! If you want to keep the excitement and fun going, you should zipline in Gatlinburg TN at CLIMB Works after you go white water rafting. Your whole group will love doing both of these outdoor activities! Here are 3 reasons to zipline in Gatlinburg TN after you go rafting with us: Read More

Hiking is one of the most popular outdoor activities in the Smoky Mountains. There’s plenty of trails where you can see wildflowers lining the trails in the spring or amazing mountain views once you reach the top. For something that’s just as incredible, you’ll want to try hiking trails with waterfalls! You’ll be amazed by the height, beauty, and water force of these natural features. Look at these 5 hiking trails with waterfalls in the Smoky Mountains: Read More

They say that time flies while you’re having fun, so to help pass the time until rafting season, enjoy some of the other exciting activities in the Smoky Mountains! The Smoky Mountains are full of fun things to do that will make your countdown to rafting season fly by. Here are 4 things to do in the Smoky Mountains during the rafting off season: Read More

As the weather starts to get cooler and fall is beginning, it is the perfect time to soak up the great outdoors. Though the summer activities have come to an end, there is still plenty of outdoor fun to be had! To help you decide what to do when you visit, we’ve put together a list of some of the top outdoor things to do in the Smoky Mountains in September: Read More

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: Read More

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: Read More

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: Read More

We no longer offer inflatable kayaking trips.

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: Read More