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Gatlinburg Named One of the Top 10 Small Cities to Visit in America

February 10, 2015

Gatlinburg, Tennessee was recently named one of the top ten small cities to visit in America by Bustle.com! For a population of just 4,000, our Smoky Mountain city has an amazing number of attractions and activities to enjoy, with everything from ziplining to white water rafting on the Pigeon River. Here are just some of the reasons why Gatlinburg made Bustle’s collection of 10 Small Cities to Visit in 2015 That Should Absolutely Be on Your Travel Bucket List: Read More

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6 Things We Love About Rafting in the Smokies

January 14, 2015

If you are looking for an outdoor adventure like no other, consider a white water rafting trip at Smoky Mountain Outdoors this spring. Our high energy journeys down the gorgeous Pigeon River in the Great Smoky Mountains are an unforgettable way to see the natural beauty of East Tennessee. Here are our six favorite things about white water rafting in the Smokies:   Read More

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5 Tips for Making the Most of Your White Water Rafting Adventure in Gatlinburg

December 3, 2014

At Smoky Mountain Outdoors, we want our guests to enjoy their white water rafting adventure to the fullest. Absolutely no prior experience is needed to go rafting with us, but it doesn’t hurt to prepare for your trip with a little research. To help you make the most of your time in the Smokies, we’ve put together five tips for going white water rafting in Gatlinburg: Read More

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6 Reasons to Go White Water Rafting at Smoky Mountain Outdoors in 2015

November 11, 2014

Smoky Mountain Outdoors is currently closed for the year, but we’ll be back in 2015 for another season of wet and wild fun. If you’ve never been white water rafting before, why not make it your New Years resolution to have an adventure with us next year? Here are six reasons why you should put white water rafting in Gatlinburg on your “to do” list for the coming year. Read More

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3 Ways to Have an Adventure Vacation in Gatlinburg

October 22, 2014

Some people do the same thing on vacation year after year: lay around at the beach, read a few magazines, eat an overpriced hamburger, and go home with sunburnt shoulders. While taking it easy for a bit can be fun at first, it quickly loses its appeal as boredom begins to set in. Instead of spending your vacation lounging around like a sloth, why not add some excitement to your time off with a trip to the Great Smoky Mountains?

Here at Smoky Mountain Outdoors, we have a great collection of trips along the Pigeon River that will kick your getaway into high gear. Read on for 3 ways that you can have an adventure vacation in Gatlinburg, Tennessee: Read More

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5 Benefits of Going White Water Rafting in Gatlinburg With a Group

October 6, 2014

Are you planning a visit to the Smoky Mountains for a family reunion, church retreat, corporate trip, or another group getaway? A rafting trip is the perfect activity for your vacation in East Tennessee! Here are just a few of the benefits your group will enjoy when they go white water rafting in Gatlinburg: Read More

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Top 10 Reasons White Water Rafting in Gatlinburg is the Perfect Date

September 5, 2014

Tired of the same old dinner and a movie? For your next date, ditch the boring cliches and have an experience you’ll never forget!  Whether you’ve been married for years or you’re just getting to know each other, white water rafting in Gatlinburg is the perfect romantic adventure. We’ve put together our top ten reasons to grab your special someone and take a ride on the Pigeon River with Smoky Mountain Outdoors.   Read More