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Scenic Floats on the Pigeon River with Big Creek Expeditions

Overview
As the Pigeon River comes out of the steeper parts of the gorge it calms down a bit. Beginning at our outpost, the Lower Section of the Pigeon River is perfect for those looking for a scenic float trip of the Smoky Mountains. Ages 3 and up. Experience is not required, and each raft will have one of our professional guides.
City: Hartford
Sat 21 Sep
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Starting at $35.75
Sat 21 Sep
Starting at $35.75
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What's Included
Necessary equipment, including a PFD (aka life jacket), helmet and paddle.
Additional Info
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age: 3 years old
  • Guests will then meet their personal guide and recieve the necessary equipment,
  • Including a PFD (aka life jacket), helmet and paddle.
  • After your guide double-checks to make sure all equipment is fitted properly, guests then hop on our bus for a short 10-minute ride to the launching point for your trip.
  • All guest must have secured shoes on, NO FLIP FLOPS / NO BARE FEET
  • Face masks required for travellers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
  • Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitised between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Reviews (52)
asW53BX
Jul 2021
We had a great experience! Great customer service with quick replies to emails during the booking process. Friendly & helpful staff the day of our trip. Cool facilities & fun guides. Glad the Lower float had a few mild rapids. Perfect for younger kids to get a taste of rafting so that we can go back when they're older & do the more adventurous Upper Pigeon River.
Response from Host
Jul 2021
We are so happy to hear your experience with us was great from start to finish! We look forward to when you are able to come join us on the Upper Pigeon!
Slp1123
Jul 2021
Our trip down the lower Pigeon River was amazing! Our guide, Wild Man Jack, was friendly and professional. He taught our 10 yr olds how to steer the raft and they are still talking about the experience 5 days later! We cannot wait to go back!
Response from Host
Jul 2021
Thank you for the review! We are so happy to hear that your family enjoyed the Scenic Float!
Elanghi42
Jun 2021
We had the best experience on our Upper Pigeon Whitewater rafting trip! We went with part of my sons baseball team so we were split into different groups. Alyssa was with my group which had little kids and she was awesome with them and made them feel comfortable and relaxed. Alyssa was very knowledgeable and professional and made our trip one we will never forget!!! Wesley was the tour guide with my sons group which was a boat full of 12 year olds and they absolutely loved him! He made it very exciting for them! My son said this has been the highlight of our trip and already asked to go back tomorrow!! We will definitely use Big River Expeditions the next time we come to Gatlinburg!! Thank you Alyssa and Wesley!!!
Response from Host
Jun 2021
Thank you so much for such a wonderful review! We love to hear that both Wesley and Alyssa provided such a great trip for your large group. We would love to see you all again in the future.

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