White Water Rafting with Smoky Mountains Outdoors is proud to announce they have been awarded a 2013 Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor. With more than 1,200 reviews, it is not only a great honor, but also proof that Smoky Mountain Outdoors is the best place for white water rafting in Tennessee. Read More
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White water rafting is one of the fastest growing outdoor activities in the United States. Smoky Mountain Outdoors, the number one destination for Gatlinburg white water rafting, has compiled some fascinating facts about white water rafting. Read More
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White water rafting is an absolutely thrilling experience. With the waves crashing around you and your entire crew laughing and shouting, rafting is truly a one of a kind attraction. In addition to being a fun way to spend an afternoon, did you know that rafting also offers a number of health and wellness benefits? Smoky Mountain Outdoors, the premiere destination for Gatlinburg white water rafting, has listed the top benefits of taking a rafting trip. Read More
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Planning on white water rafting in Tennessee? Before you paddle away on the Pigeon River, check out our list of the top seven things to never do in a raft. It could save you a lot of embarrassment. Trust me. Read More
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Although it is usually a rare occurrence, inflatable rafts do occasionally flip over. If you are rafting in the Smokies with our team there is no need to worry if your raft capsizes! Our guides are all rafting experts with over 20 trips down the Pigeon River under their belts. There are a few techniques we use to get our rafts right side up again: Read More
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How would you like to eat a delicious meal in a historic log cabin? Located right around the corner from our Gatlinburg white water rafting, The Greenbrier Restaurant serves quality French, Italian and American favorites in a rustic log structure built in 1939. Family owned and operates, this restaurant is the perfect place for dinner, drinks and dessert in the Smokies. Read More
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The Smoky Mountains region is one of the most beautiful and celebrated areas in the world. In addition to the excellent white water rafting in Gatlinburg TN, Sevier County is home to the world-famous Great Smoky Mountains National Park. One of the highlights of the national park is Cataloochee Valley, a stunning plain with a fascinating history and diverse wildlife.
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There is nothing quite like a freshly made Reuben sandwich. With piping hot corn beef, perfectly melted swiss cheese, russian dressing and sauerkraut, a Reuben is always hearty and satisfying. You can find the best Reuben in the Smokies at The Hofbrauhaus Restaurant and Cheese Cupboard. Located right around the corner from Smoky Mountain Outdoors, the number one destination for Gatlinburg white water rafting, the Hofbrauhaus Restaurant is an authentic German style sandwich and cheese shop.
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White water rafting in Gatlinburg combines the thrills of an amusement park ride with the natural beauty of the Smoky Mountain area. As you plan your visit to Smoky Mountain Outdoors, be sure to pay special attention to what you will wear. Choosing the wrong clothing can put a serious damper on your white water rafting adventure. To help you make the right clothing decisions, we have provided some fashion advice for your next trip down the Pigeon River.
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The Great Smoky Mountains are blessed with a plethora of natural beauty. In addition to diverse wildlife and stunning whitewater rapids, the Smokies are also home to a number of gorgeous waterfalls. With over 200,000 visitors a year, waterfalls in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park are some of the of biggest attractions in Gatlinburg. Abrams Falls is one of the best waterfalls in the Smokies. Read More