From Hartford: Upper Pigeon River White Water Rafting Tour – Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee

EXPERIENCE

Go rafting on the Upper Pigeon River and combine whitewater action with epic mountain scenery, great for visitors looking to get outdoors. This guided adventure from Hartford is an accessible option for guests staying in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, or the national park in Eastern Tennessee. Meet the guide at NOC’s Pigeon River Outpost in Hartford. After a brief orientation and video, get geared up with a life jacket and paddles and load onto the big blue bus to shuttle to the river put in. Once in the raft, an experienced guide explains the rafting lingo and what to expect. Then go down the river, paddling through bouncy waves, cool mountain water, and fun rapids. With nearly continuous Class II-III+ rapids like Lost Guide and Accelerator and views into Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the Upper Pigeon is a truly memorable experience.

HIGHLIGHTS

Splash through bouncy river waves and savor the rush of Class II and III+ rapids
Discover the breathtaking landscape of the Great Smoky Mountains in Tennessee
Go on a thrilling whitewater rafting experience down the Upper Pigeon River
Enjoy the experience and knowledge of an experience guide that leads the way
Take in fresh outdoor air and feel the sensation of water and wind in your face

Discover more exciting & fun things to do in Great Smoky Mountains National Park