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White Water Rafting Experience on the Upper Pigeon River

White Water Rafting Experience on the Upper Pigeon River

Overview

The Pigeon River gorge cuts east to west across the Smoky Mountains from North Carolina and into Tennessee. As one of the most popular rafting trips in America, the Upper Section of the Pigeon River offers guests with the best introduction to whitewater anywhere.

City: Hartford

Sat 21 Sep

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Starting at $43.00

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Sat 21 Sep

Starting at $43.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Equipment included: life jacket, helmet and paddle

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Guests will then meet their personal guide and recieve the necessary equipment Including: 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.

What To Expect

Pigeon River

The Pigeon River gorge cuts East to West across the Smoky Mountains from North Carolina and into Tennessee, offering paddlers panoramic views of the Great Smoky Mountains while cooling off from the summer heat.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (470)

Terri B

Jul 2014

Our family of 12, only 4 of us had white watered before. Our ages are from 56 to 10. We were split into 2 rafts. Our guides were suited perfect for our 2groups. Group 1 , all type A personalities had the guide named "Z". She was a rock star. Group 2 we are more laid back but intense our guide his name was " hippie" he was like the lead guide. I was very nervous with my 10 year old sons on the river, but Rick (hippie) made sure he/we were safe but had a great experience . I called a different out fit first and did not like the answers to my questions. I called Big Creek Exp. And they had all the right answers. I would certainly recommend them again..thanks for the great ride.

Holly H

Jun 2014

We had a fun time with guide Chris on the upper Pigeon River. This was our 1st time rafting and we took our 11 yr old twins along. Class 4 rapids was as treacherous as it got and it seemed quite safe. Bring water shoes or they sell them for a reasonable $14. Was a little bit of a strain for my 44 yr old lower back but nothing that lasted beyond the trip. You will get wet and the water is chilly!

CalaMala

May 2014

What a great experience. Randal was our guide, he was awesome!! We did the long ride. The water was cold and be prepared to get wet but it is so much fun that it doesn't even bother you. The trip is relaxing and exhilarating both at the same time. Pigeon River is beautiful. Randal knows a lot of the history and shares with you. He knows exactly how and when to alter the raft for speed and direction. the picture they take are great too! Very sharp and captures the excitement. Really had a GREAT TIME and look forward to returning over the summer.