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Top 4 Tips for White Water Rafting in the Smoky Mountains for the First Time

February 7, 2019

A white water rafting adventure with Smoky Mountain Outdoors is the ultimate way to enjoy the beauty of the Smokies! We offer several fantastic excursions on the Pigeon River where you can experience everything from a leisurely float trip to the thrill of class III and IV rapids! If you are planning this awesome activity for the first time, there are several things that you can do to get ready for your adventure! Here are the top 4 tips for white water rafting in the Smoky Mountains for the first time: Read More

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

4 Things to Do in the Smoky Mountains During the Rafting Off Season

November 27, 2018

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

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5 Things to Know About Rafting in the Smoky Mountains with Us

November 18, 2018

White water rafting is one of the most exciting adventures in the Smoky Mountains! When you go rafting with us at Smoky Mountain Outdoors, you’re in for a treat. We make your experience on the river both safe and enjoyable! Here are 5 things to know about rafting in the Smoky Mountains with us: Read More

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5 Ways to Prepare for Your Pigeon River Rafting Trip

October 17, 2018

There is no doubt you’re in for a great adventure when you come rafting in the Smoky Mountains with us! To make your experience the best it can be, we want to make sure you’re prepared in the best way possible. That’s why we’ve put together a list of 5 ways to prepare for your Pigeon River rafting trip: Read More

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5 Tips for Having the Best Time Rafting in the Smoky Mountains

October 15, 2018

White water rafting is one of the best experiences you can enjoy with your family and friends in the Smoky Mountains. Not only is it a fun adventure, but you will get to see the Smokies like never before! We’ve put together some of the most helpful tips that will guarantee you have the best time rafting in the Smoky Mountains. Read More

Smoky Mountain hiking trail bridge over a peaceful stream

4 Fun Outdoor Things to Do in the Smoky Mountains in September

September 19, 2018

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

Family on a whitewater rafting adventure

3 Reasons People Love Smoky Mountain White Water Rafting

August 8, 2018

It is no surprise that people love white water rafting in the Smoky Mountains! At Smoky Mountain Outdoors, we work hard to make sure all our visitors have an amazing experience on the Pigeon River. From having a great time to our fantastic guides, we want you to hear from guests themselves what they love about rafting with us! We’ve put together some of our top TripAdvisor reviews that tell you the 3 reasons people love Smoky Mountain white water rafting: Read More

Extreme Upper River Rafting near Gatlinburg Tn

5 Reasons to Try Extreme Upper River Rafting in the Smoky Mountains

July 18, 2018

Are you looking for the thrill of a lifetime? Then you’ll love the Extreme Upper River Rafting trip we offer at Smoky Mountain Outdoors! The name speaks for itself — this rafting trip takes things to the extreme. There will be extreme waves, extreme adventure, and extreme fun! Here are 5 reasons you should try Extreme Upper River Rafting in the Smoky Mountains: Read More

Extreme rafting with Smoky Mountain Outdoors

4 Reasons to Go Rafting in the Smoky Mountains Late in the Day

July 2, 2018

There is never a bad time to go white water rafting. Spend your morning sleeping in and relaxing before joining us at Smoky Mountain Outdoors to spend your afternoon on the Pigeon River! You won’t have to worry about setting an alarm or accidentally oversleeping and missing your ultimate outdoor adventure. We can accommodate rafters well into the afternoon, and we know you’ll enjoy it more when you’re well-rested! Here are 4 reasons to go rafting in the Smoky Mountains late in the day: Read More

laurel falls popular trail for hiking in the smokies

Top 5 Trails for Summer Hiking in the Smokies

June 1, 2018

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

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

April 16, 2018

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