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White Water Rafting on the Upper Pigeon River in Hartford
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White Water Rafting on the Upper Pigeon River in Hartford

by Big Creek Expeditions

2 hours
Hartford
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2 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
$82.80$92Save 10%
2 guests × $41.40
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

The Upper Pigeon River runs through a gorge that crosses the Smoky Mountains from North Carolina into Tennessee. This rafting trip lasts about 90 minutes and offers views of the Great Smoky Mountains. Participants meet their guide in Hartford, receive safety equipment including a life jacket, helmet, and paddle, and then take a short bus ride to the launch site. The rafting section provides a chance to experience whitewater rafting suitable for beginners. Lunch and snacks are not provided.

Highlights

90-minute white water rafting trip
Safety equipment provided: life jacket, helmet, paddle
Bus transfer to launch site included
Views of the Great Smoky Mountains
Suitable for first-time rafters

What's included

Safety equipment including life jacket, helmet, and paddle

What's not included

Lunch and snacks are not included

Itinerary

1

Pigeon River

The Pigeon River gorge runs east to west across the Smoky Mountains from North Carolina into Tennessee. Rafters see panoramic views of the Great Smoky Mountains and can cool off in the river during summer.

120 min

2

Rafting Launch Area

A 45-minute drive brings guests to Big Creek Expeditions, where the Upper Pigeon River white water rafting trip begins in the Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Sevierville areas.

90 min

Languages

English (audio)English (guide)English (written)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Not advised for anyone with back or spinal problems
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
A moderate level of fitness is needed
Guests meet their guide and receive safety equipment including a life jacket, helmet, and paddle before the trip
After equipment fitting, guests take a 10-minute bus ride to the rafting launch site
Total
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