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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:

A family holding their paddles over their heads on a Gatlinburg TN white water rafting adventure.

Whitewater Rafting Gatlinburg

Sep 26

4 Reasons to Start Planning Your Next Smoky Mountain White Water Rafting Adventure Today

Summer is coming to an end, but it’s never too early to start planning for next summer’s vacation! The Gatlinburg area has endless opportunities for fun and adventure, but the ultimate vacation activity next summer will be Smoky Mountain white water rafting! Check out our top 4 reasons why you should start planning your family’s white water rafting adventure today.

Amazing fall colors in the Smoky Mountains.

Smoky Mountain Outdoors

Sep 08

3 Reasons to Go Hiking in the Smoky Mountains with Our Guides This Fall

Although the cool fall weather brings an end to the white water rafting season, it is perfect for another one of our favorite outdoor activities: hiking! The Smoky Mountains are absolutely gorgeous in the fall, and the national park offers over 800 miles of scenic trails to enjoy. If you are looking for a memorable hiking experience, consider taking one of our guided hikes in the Smokies. Here are three reasons to let us show you around the Great Smoky Mountains National Park this fall:

A group of people Great Smoky Mountain white water rafting.

White Water Rafting in the Smoky Mountains

Aug 29

3 Ways to Experience Great Smoky Mountain White Water Rafting

Summer is in full swing, and there’s no better way to enjoy nature and cool down from the sizzling heat than by riding the rapids! If you’ve been searching for the perfect way to experience Great Smoky Mountain white water rafting, check out our list of the 3 best ways to have fun in the river!

A boy smiling while river rafting in Gatlinburg TN.

Whitewater Rafting Gatlinburg

Aug 19

6 Things You’ll Love About River Rafting in Gatlinburg TN

If you’re going to be visiting Gatlinburg, Tennessee, a white water rafting trip with Smoky Mountain Outdoors is an absolute must! We’ve been taking vacationers on rafting adventures since 1993, and there is nothing we enjoy more than showing first-timers the ropes. To help you get an idea of what to expect on your trip, we have put together a list of six things you’ll love about river rafting in Gatlinburg TN: