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Happy family going Gatlinburg rafting.
January 26, 2016

It is always so much fun going on trips and exciting adventures with your family. There are so many amazing locations throughout our country for you and your family to visit and explore on vacation, however, there is something special about the Gatlinburg area. Gatlinburg will provide you and your family with many great attractions and things to do throughout your visit, but one thing that you have to do with your family is to go Gatlinburg rafting and here is why.

1. Great for All Ages

One of the most important things you need to consider when planning any vacation activity is ensuring that each family member can take part in that activity. Our Gatlinburg rafting is great for all ages, so even the smallest family member can take part in the excitement of rafting. As long as your youngest family member is 3 years old or older they are good to raft the Lower Pigeon River. Throughout the Gatlinburg rafting trip, you and your family will get to experience class 1 and 2 rapids, while passing some of the most beautiful mountain scenery you will ever see.

2. More Adventure for Older FamiliesA big group of kids and parents going Gatlinburg rafting.

Maybe your family is a bit older and you are looking for something with a little more adventure, well our Gatlinburg rafting outpost has something for you as well. The Upper Pigeon River is great for families over the age of 8. Along this section of the river you and your family will get to experience class 3 and 4 rapids through the heart of the mountains. You and your family with a certified guide will splash through big waves, maneuver around rocks and enjoy the beauty of being in the great outdoors. All of these things and more will guarantee that you and your family will have the time of your life.

3. Other Exciting Opportunities

Of course, during your visit to the Gatlinburg area, you are going to want to experience everything else this wonderful area of the country has to offer, which you can do through our Gatlinburg rafting outpost. You and your family can go on our hike and paddle trip, where you hike many of the best hiking trails in the area in the morning and then hit the river in the afternoon. This provides you with the opportunity to see the absolute best parts of the Gatlinburg area from land and water. Another great thing for you and your family to check out is our ziplining and rafting combo. This combo will allow you to experience 9 world-class ziplines, 3 sky bridges, and the opportunity to surf the big waves and maneuver rocks on the river in the same day. There is nothing more exciting than that.

A large family going Gatlinburg rafting.During your family vacation this year, you want to have an adventure and the best way to do that is to go Gatlinburg rafting with your family. Reserve your Gatlinburg rafting spot today, to make sure you and your family don’t miss out on any of the excitement.

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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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