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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

Mon 23 Sep

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Starting at $43.00

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Mon 23 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)

JESmith804

Jul 2021

This was an incredible amount of fun. We went with a family group of 10, and I rode in the raft with 3 kids (8, 8, & 11) and 3 adults (mid to late 30s) and we put 4 adults in another raft. Our guide was Jason Michael Webb (who was an absolute blast)! We went on the Upper, and it was the perfect way to introduce kids to white water while keeping the adults entertained and engaged. It was rough enough that you are definitely going to get wet, but not enough that the kids had any fear of falling out (due to the expert guidance of Jason). My son is already talking about making plans for our next rafting adventure. He's excited to show his friends the pictures that Big Creek takes for you (at a little extra price). 10/10 would recommend (especially if you can get Jason as your guide.)

Response from Host

Aug 2021

Thank you so much for the incredible review of our company and Jason! We love to hear your whole family enjoyed their time on the river! We look forward to seeing you again!

Gwen_P

Jul 2021

My husband flew out of the raft and it was epic! Kids couldn’t stop laughing and I think if he could’ve paid to do it all over again, he definitely would!

Lisa-H

Jul 2021

Great family experience. Our guide, Cole, made the trip even better. I would highly recommend the Upper Pigeon River Rafting trip through Big Creek Expeditions.