Upper Pigeon Rafting Adventure

Overview

Looking for a unique, guided Whitewater Rafting expedition? We are a premium outfitter that caters every adventure to what our guests want to experience! Come raft with us on the Pigeon River - #1 Whitewater Rafting destination in the United States.

Our Upper Pigeon expedition features five miles of scenic river with rapids ranging from class III to IV and refreshing swimming holes to enjoy along the way. Surrounded by the beauty and grandeur of the Cherokee National Forest and the Great Smoky Mountains, the Upper Pigeon River combines racing rapids with natural beauty to bring you the excitement of rafting in the Smoky Mountains.

City: Hartford

Sun 22 Sep

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Starting at $44.99

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Sun 22 Sep

Starting at $44.99

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What's Included

Amenities - Picnic Areas

All Necessary Rafting Equipment (PFD, Oar, Helmet)

Amenities - Changing Rooms

Amenities - Hot Showers

Safety Instructions

Professional Guide

$2 County River Fee

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (264)

617stacye

Jul 2022

This was one of the best rafting trips we have gone on. The staff were really nice and helpful. We booked for the lower rapid ride because we had a 9 and 11 year old girls with us. The staff explained they thought the girls would be bored with that because it's basically floating and the were old enough to handle the rapids. So they switched us to the upper rapid ride and everyone had a blast. Our guide Matt was super funny and very experienced guide. We will diffinately do this again.

AndreaMayW

Jul 2022

We couldn't have been happier. It was 3 adults and 2 ten year olds and we chose the upper river. Our journey was scenic and super fun for all. Taz was our guide, he had been doing it forever and a day and it shows. He is definitely a natural! The staff was friendly, the location was easy to get to, the facilities and equipment were very clean. We were tourists (as most are!) and they just wanted us to enjoy the experience in their beautiful town! You will have no regrets!

Maps7374

Jul 2022

We just had the BEST time on this trip! Brett was an AMAZING guide who made the trip super fun! He prepared us well and kept the mood light, all while instructing us on how to make it through each set of rapids. He truly made an exciting trip even more awesome! Our family has kids ranging from 11-18 (it can be hard to find activities that they all enjoy)- this rafting trip really hit the mark!!! It was exhilarating, but not over the top. It was a good amount of time for a first rafting experience (2 hours) and was affordable. I highly recommend River Rat, the Upper Pigeon trip, and Brett as a guide!