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Smoky Mountain Outdoors offers guests a white water rafting experience near Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. Find out how to save $12 on your ticket with a coupon.
But first, let me answer some questions you may still have about this whitewater rafting adventure.
Are There Different Experiences Available?
Yes, there are multiple rafting experiences depending on how scenic or wild you want your experience to be. Both of the following experiences are available at a discounted rate of $12 off.
- Lower Pigeon River Rafting (Class I & II Rapids)
- A 5.5-mile float trip through the scenic Pigeon River gorge
- Perfect for families or anyone wanting a relaxing experience
- Available for guest ages 3+
- Upper Pigeon River Rafting (Class III & IV)
- The wilder trip; experience 70+ rapids ranging from Class III and IV rapids
- The longest trip on the Pigeon River
- Available for guests ages 8+ or 70 lbs+
Do You Need Any Experience To Participate?
No prior experience is necessary to participate in either rafting experience. A professional river guide is there to help you through the journey.
Why Smoky Mountain Outdoors?
When choosing a whitewater rafting provider in the Smoky Mountains, it’s important to note that Smoky Mountain Outdoors (or SMO) has been a winner of TripAdvisor’s prestigious Certificate of Excellence multiple years and also won the 2022 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award.
Where Is This Experience?
This experience takes place on the Pigeon River in Hartford, Tennessee. It’s about a 45-minute drive from Gatlinburg.
Are There Any Clothing Requirements?
You must wear closed toe shoes. You cannot do this with flip flops or barefoot.
It is also a good idea to bring a change of clothes, given how wet you can get (and a towel). There are changing rooms and showers onsite.
How Do I Save $12 On My Ticket?
So as I mentioned earlier, there is a $12 off coupon here. No promo code or coupon code is even needed since the discount is automatic.