About

Ranked the #1 Tour by users of Trip Advisor. Ready to add a river adventure to your Smoky Mountain getaway? Smoky Mountain Outdoors offers guided whitewater rafting trips on the Pigeon River, with options for first time rafters, families, groups, and experienced adventure seekers. No previous rafting experience is necessary, and every raft includes an experienced guide to help make the trip safe, enjoyable, and memorable. 

Choose a scenic Lower Pigeon River trip featuring Class I and II rapids for guests ages 3 and older, or take on the Upper Pigeon River with exciting Class III and IV rapids for guests ages 8 and older. Adventurous rafters can also explore an extreme Upper River experience, while combination packages make it possible to enjoy more of the river or pair rafting with another Smoky Mountain activity. 

Family owned and operated since 1993, Smoky Mountain Outdoors combines outdoor excitement with beautiful mountain scenery and options for a variety of ages and comfort levels. After your trip, stop by the riverside outpost for souvenirs, apparel, refreshments, and photos from your rafting adventure. 

Smoky Mountain Outdoors is located at 3299 Hartford Road in Hartford, approximately 45 minutes from Sevierville. The riverside location provides a convenient starting point for your Pigeon River adventure while keeping you within reach of Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and Great Smoky Mountains National Park.