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March 11, 2025

White water rafting is the best outdoor activity to enjoy in the Smoky Mountains! At Smoky Mountain Outdoors, we offer you a rafting experience you can’t get anywhere else. To help you decide why you should raft with us during your vacation, we’ve made a list of 3 reasons to choose Smoky Mountain Outdoors instead of other rafting companies:

1. The Longest Trip on the River

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Our Upper River Rafting Trip is the longest trip on the river. You’ll get 1.5 miles more rafting time than any trip offered by other rafting companies on the Pigeon River! More time spent on the river means more time having fun. When you try our Upper River Rafting Trip, you’ll get to enjoy a 6.5 mile trip down class 3 and 4 rapids. You don’t have to be an experienced paddler to go on this adventure — our certified guides will help you the entire trip! Our guides will navigate you through big waves, big drops, and around rocks as you enjoy the beauty of the Smoky Mountains in a whole new way. We also have a Lower River Rafting Trip that includes a scenic float down the river for 5.5 miles. For the ultimate adventure, purchase one of our Pigeon River Combo Packages and enjoy both our Upper River and Lower River rafting trips!

2. The Nicest Facilities

Another reason you should choose Smoky Mountain Outdoors over other rafting companies is because we have the nicest facilities. You can expect to get wet during your white water rafting trip, which is why we recommend bringing both a towel and a change of clothes. We have the best place for you to clean up after your adventure before heading to your next activity! You can easily shower, change clothes, and get ready for more fun in the Smoky Mountains, whether that’s visiting another attraction or going out to dinner!

3. The Best Customer Service

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When you go white water rafting with us at Smoky Mountain Outdoors, you’re guaranteed to get the best customer service. We work hard to make sure our guests have an enjoyable experience from beginning to end. When you arrive, you’ll be greeted by our rafting guides who help you have both a safe and fun adventure on the river! Our experienced guides take care of everything so that all you have to focus on is having a good time. They will navigate your raft through the biggest waves and keep a smile on your face the whole time! Whether they’re helping calm your nerves or teaching you more about the Smoky Mountains, our friendly guides make sure every white water rafting trip is full of fun.

About Smoky Mountain Outdoors

Since 1993, we have been setting the bar high for white water rafting in the Great Smoky Mountains. When you go white water rafting with us, you’re guaranteed to have an unforgettable experience. We’re conveniently located in the heart of the Smokies on the Pigeon River, just a short drive from both Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Rafting with us is the best way to enjoy the beauty of the Smoky Mountains!

Take a look at all our white water rafting trips in the Smoky Mountains and book your adventure today!

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Rafting Experiences

Upper Pigeon River
  • Moderate Trip - 2 Hours
  • Ages 8+ or 70lbs
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Lower Pigeon River
  • Easy - 1 to 1/2 Hours
  • Trip times may vary with water levels
  • Ages 3+
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Extreme Upper Pigeon River
  • Moderate - 1 1/2 to 2 Hours
  • Trip times may vary with water levels
  • Ages 12+
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