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White Water Rafting in the Smoky Mountains

Jan 25

4 Tips for a Great Day of River Rafting in the Smokies

The Great Smoky Mountains are Heaven on earth for nature lovers. Whether you choose to hike the trails, see the sights on horseback or drive the leisurely Cades Cove loop, you’ll be in awe of the beauty that surround you in every direction. For a new and exciting way to enjoy the Smokies, we recommend spending a day river rafting in the Smokies! In order to help you make the most of your day on the water, we’ve put together a list of our top 4 tips to make sure your family has a splash!

Happy group of people rafting in the Smoky Mountains.

White Water Rafting in the Smoky Mountains

Dec 28

3 Vacations That Will be Even More Fun with a Day of Rafting in the Smoky Mountains

During your trip to the Smoky Mountains this year, you’ll want to make sure to spend an afternoon whitewater rafting down the Pigeon River. This popular water activity is the best way to cool down on a hot day, soak in the beautiful mountain scenery around you and have a blast while doing both! Whether you’re vacationing with friends, kids or just your sweetie, everyone will love a day of rafting in the Smoky Mountains!

A group of people enjoying Smoky Mountain whitewater rafting.

White Water Rafting in the Smoky Mountains

Dec 20

3 Ways that Smoky Mountain Whitewater Rafting Makes Your Vacation Even Better

The Smoky Mountains in East Tennessee are a very popular vacation destination for people from all across the globe. The scenery is unbeatable, the hiking is world class and the people who live here are as friendly as they come. While each season has plenty of fun activities to enjoy, the most fun adventure during the hot summer months is spending a day Smoky Mountain whitewater rafting. You’ll love splashing through the rapids and soaking in the scenery in a whole new way, and no Smoky Mountain vacation can be considered complete without it!

Excited people rafting on the Pigeon River in Tennessee

Whitewater Rafting Tennessee

Nov 09

3 Fun Smoky Mountain Vacation Ideas That Include Rafting Near Gatlinburg TN

The Great Smoky Mountains are the perfect place to get away from it all for a weekend, a week, or even longer! While you’re visiting East Tennessee, we recommend booking a white water rafting adventure with Smoky Mountains Outdoors. Our thrilling trips on the Pigeon River are an essential part of any getaway in the Smokies. To help spark some inspiration, Smoky Mountain Outdoors has put together a list of three fun vacation ideas that include rafting near Gatlinburg TN:

A group of friends enjoying river rafting near Gatlinburg TN.

Whitewater Rafting Gatlinburg

Oct 26

River Rafting Near Gatlinburg TN: How to Plan Your Trip

Gatlinburg, Tennessee is one of the most popular vacation destinations in the United States! Blessed with an unparalleled location at the doorstep of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, this charming city offers a seemingly endless variety of fun attractions and activities. Here at Smoky Mountain Outdoors, we believe that no getaway in Gatlinburg is complete without a white water rafting adventure on the Pigeon River. To help you make the most of your trip, we have put together a guide to planning a Smoky Mountain vacation that includes river rafting near Gatlinburg TN.

A stunning waterfall in the Smoky Mountains.

Smoky Mountains

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: