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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 28 Sep

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Starting at $43.00

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Sat 28 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)

Illubillu

Jul 2020

This was our first time river rafting, and it was a lot of fun! Although the weather wasn’t ideal (it started down-pouring as soon as we got in the water), our river guide Mayo ensured that we had a great experience nonetheless. We would definitely do this again!

Response from Host

Jul 2020

We're glad that you first experience was a good one! We're happy to hear Mayo went above and beyond to make your trip enjoyable. Thank you for the review!

herringbone777

Jul 2020

We had a great time on the river. We went white water rafting twice. We had originally scheduled to do the afternoon float instead but they were not over powered with too many people and allowed us to do the white water rafting twice. We had two different guides. In the morning we had Teddy! He was great. We really enjoyed his mastery of the sport. In the afternoon we had Shane C. Shane was a cut up! Great jokes! Both guys were excellent! We thoroughly enjoyed the crazy rapids getting wet and swimming in the middle where it was calm. We highly highly highly recommend this place.

Response from Host

Jul 2020

Thank you very much for sharing your experience with us. We are happy to hear that both of your trips were great and that you enjoyed both of your guides. Thank you for the great recommendation!

Crystal_Nick20

Jul 2020

This was my third rafting trip on the Upper Pigeon, my first with Big Creek. This was the best experience Ive had! Mayo was AWESOME! Nice facilities for changing and gift shop. Very reasonable price for rafting and pictures!

Response from Host

Jul 2020

We are so happy that you enjoyed your time with Big Creek Expeditions! We love hearing how great your experience with Mayo. Thank you for the wonderful review!