UPPER PIGEON RIVER RAFTING

Upper Pigeon River White Water Rafting Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg TN

WHITE WATER RAFTING UPPER PIGEON RIVER

This trip is a perfect rafting trip for groups, families, couples, or individuals regardless of experience or skill level. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or never held a paddle, our amazing guides will make sure your time on the river is unforgettable.

Book now or Contact us at 866-333-RAFT for more information. An exciting, 2-hour guided white water rafting trip through the beautiful Smoky Mountains for ages 8+ or 70+ pounds.

You won’t find better rafting guides anywhere.

Our guides pride themselves on our safety training as well as their ability to entertain you with stories and humor while navigating you through Class III and Class IV rapids. From the moment you step on the bus to the drop-off point you’ll know you’re in for a one-of-a-kind experience.

And take it from us: they know how to make sure you have an unbelievable time on the water. You can expect to get soaking wet while learning all there is to know about the Pigeon River, Smoky Mountains, or white water rafting.

Have a question? Don’t hesitate to ask; our team loves to educate!

Bring the whole family – we’ve got room for everyone!

We’ve got the best guides on the Pigeon River!

Our highly trained guides know the Pigeon River extremely well, and they will always provide a charismatic, entertaining, and informational experience. We encourage you to ask any questions you have about the Pigeon River, Smoky Mountains, surrounding attractions, or rafting in general!

The Upper Pigeon starts with a 10 minute informative and entertaining bus ride to the put in and you get out of the river at our riverside outpost where you can change into dry clothes, look at your photos and have lunch if you want.

Experience the Thrills of Real White Water Rafting

Raft through notable Class III rapids known as Power House, Too Late, Vegematic, Razor Blade and After Shave (just to name a few of the 12 rapids on the river.)

You’ll also take on some Class IV rapids known as Lost Guide, Double Reactionary, and Accelerator.

Don’t worry, you’ll have plenty of time to relax!

While this trip is certainly not short on exciting rapids, you will also have a few chances to relax and swim in some of the calmer water. The perfect mixture of exhilarating rapids and relaxing This trip has something for everyone!

Looking for a calmer time on the Pigeon River?

If you or someone in your group are interested in a more relaxing jaunt on the river, we also offer a guided float trip on the Lower Section of the Pigeon River. We schedule our rafting trips and floating trips at the same time and drop off all groups at the same place, with Upper River groups returning to the outpost about 15 minutes before Lower River groups.

Book now and raft later, make your 2021 rafting reservation online by January 30th and SAVE 50%!

Use code “NOW” at checkout.

Book now and raft later, make your 2021 rafting reservation online by January 30th and SAVE 50%!

Use code “NOW” at checkout.

UPPER PIGEON RIVER DOUBLE RUN

Get two runs on the UPPER SECTION OF THE PIGEON RIVER an exciting 4 hour whitewater rafting trip with class III-IV rapids. This fully guided trip is perfect for groups that want more whitewater action than our single Upper Pigeon trip offers. Expect to be soaking wet and excited in the big rapids while our experienced guides share with you an unforgettable memory for you all. There are chances to cool off in the summer sun and float beside the boat in the calm stretches of the river. you will have a short break at our riverside outpost before heading back to the top for another exciting run! Minimum age is 8 years old or 70 lbs. Suitable for beginners and non-swimmers.

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Zip Lining in the Smoky Mountains

Call to Schedule: 865-446-5149

Since 2010, Foxfire Mountain Adventure Park has provided the best zip line tours in the Smoky Mountains. The only zip line in the Smokies that actually zips over a waterfall. The Waterfall Canopy tour is a true Smoky Mountain jungle tour where you zip from tree to tree like Tarzan. Get set to experience the majesty and mystic beauty of the Smoky Mountains as you zip across valleys and creeks for two hours on seven tree platforms. For the brave and daring the Goliath Zip Line is your adventure! This zip line course is the highest (475 unexaggerated feet high) in the Smoky Mountains and the longest course at that height. The 2-hour tour encompasses five extreme zip lines that will leave you breathless and nothing short of awe-struck as you zip from mountain top to mountain top over pristine forest, meandering rivers and pastoral valleys below.

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Zip Lining in the Smoky Mountains

Call to Schedule: 865-446-5149

Two Great Options to Choose From

Waterfall & Canopy Zip
Seven lines and two skybridges. Zip through the tree canopy, fly over the lost mine waterfall and the creek. Save $15 per person on the Waterfall Tour when you raft with Outdoor Adventures!

Goliath Zip Tour
Five of the fastest and longest lines in the country. Zip up to 60 mph, over 1/3 mile long and over 500ft high (higher than the statue of Lady Liberty). An adrenaline pumping, exhilarating experience. Save $17 per person on the Goliath Tour when you raft with Outdoor Adventures!

Call 865.446.5149 to add a zip line tour to your rafting trip.

Summer Schedule

The water flow on the Pigeon River is controlled by a dam a few miles upstream of our launch area. During the summer months (Mid-May through Mid-September) The water releases The big class 3 and 4 flows on a schedule every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday with trips starting at 11:00am and going every hour until 5:00pm.

Fall Schedule

Fall trips after Sept 6^th provides the opportunity to experience the river at a variety of water levels, the class rapids can be between a calm class 2 float to a thrilling class 4 trip. The levels change daily and we typically have trips departing 7 days a week. We will only plan to raft on the Upper section because of the various levels. Call or email with questions and we look forward to showing your group a fun time on the river!

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