COVID-19 Update: Since our attraction is located in the great outdoors and we operate with small groups, we are currently remaining open. We invite you to join us out on the river with your family to surround yourself with Mother Nature and take in some fresh mountain air.  Rest assured, we are taking extra precautions and diligently implementing CDC recommendations at SMO Rafting and Pigeon River Campground. To ensure you that we are taking extra care of you and your family, we have decided that we are not combining groups on our whitewater rafting trips – this means only you and your family ..read more

It is warm weather season in the Smokies again! You may be wondering how you can get out and enjoy the beautiful weather, and we want to share some of the reasons why you should visit the Smoky Mountains in the spring! From exploring the national park to taking a drive, you have so many reasons why you should visit. Here are the top 4 activities to do in the Smoky Mountains in the spring: 1. Our Rafting Trips Are Back Of course, we can’t talk about things to do in the Smoky Mountains in the spring without including taking a whitewater rafting trip! If you’ve been looking for an exciting way to ..read more

While you might be familiar with the basics of white water rafting, there are a few things that might surprise you about SMO Rafting! Whether you are planning a rafting trip for the first time or have experienced rafting elsewhere in the past, we are here to let you in on a few details about our trips! Here are 4 things you didn’t know about white water rafting in the Smoky Mountains: 1. Children Can Participate in the Fun Many families planning a trip to the Smoky Mountains want to experience white water rafting but are worried their kids might be too young to participate. The truth is that c ..read more

Are you wanting to go whitewater rafting with us when you visit the Smokies this year? We offer opportunities for plenty of fun! Book your rafting trip, and also look into ziplining with our combo package! You’ll save some money and have more than one fun thing to do! Here are 4 perks of whitewater rafting with us then ziplining in Gatlinburg TN: 1. Multiple Fun Things to Do When you choose one of our combos with whitewater rafting and ziplining in Gatlinburg TN, you’ll have more than one fun activity to do on your vacation! You know you’ll have a blast on your whitewater rafting trip, and you ..read more

During the off season, you might not be thinking about already planning your rafting trip in the Smoky Mountains. But you should be! Whether you want to go rafting in the Smoky Mountains in the spring, summer, or fall, there’s nothing wrong with planning your white water rafting trip ahead of time! Here are the top 3 reasons why you should plan a Smoky Mountain rafting trip during the off season: 1. You’ll Already Have Plans If you don’t have a plan when you go on vacation, you may feel overwhelmed by all the choices of things to do in the Smoky Mountains. If you already have your Smoky Mounta ..read more

Our white water rafting trips with SMO Rafting are not only fun, but they are great for your health too! While joining us on an adventure, you will be paddling along with a professional guide and the rest of your group to challenge the river. When you combine the fresh mountain air, beautiful scenery, physical activity, and lots of thrilling rapids, it is no wonder why this is such a healthy activity for your mind and body! Here are the top 4 health benefits of white water rafting in the Smoky Mountains: 1. Excellent Cardio Activity One of the top health benefits of white water rafting in the ..read more

We have several fun white water rafting excursions, all which take place along the beautiful Pigeon River! Whether you are joining us for a thrilling raft trip down class 3 and 4 rapids of the Upper Pigeon River or a more leisurely float trip on the Lower Pigeon River, you will love your experience on this unique waterway! Here are the top 4 reasons why the Pigeon River is perfect for white water rafting: 1. Ideal Water Flow The natural flow of the Pigeon River makes it ideal for white water rafting, so don’t miss one of our fall or spring trips! Since the water levels are less predictable dur ..read more

While we are closed for the season, there are still plenty of ways to stay active during the winter months in the Smokies! This is actually a wonderful time to be outside among the Smoky Mountains as the winter temperatures are generally moderate. Here are 5 fun Smoky Mountain activities you can enjoy during the winter months: 1. Snow Tubing at Ober Gatlinburg One of the most popular Smoky Mountain activities during the winter is snow tubing at Ober Gatlinburg! Since this is a fun activity, everyone in the family can participate in the action! After tubing down the slopes, you don’t even have ..read more

If you’re looking for some extreme fun while visiting the Gatlinburg area, purchasing in a Gatlinburg white water rafting and zipline combo is the perfect attraction for you. Race through the trees and see amazing views of the mountains when you zipline, then enjoy rushing down the Little Pigeon River in a raft! Look at these 5 advantages of a Gatlinburg white water rafting and zipline combo: 1. Saves You Money Rather than going from one attraction to another and spending regular ticket prices on each attraction, you can save $20 when you book your Gatlinburg white water rafting and zipline pa ..read more

Are you already thinking about the next white water rafting season? It’s never too early to start planning a trip! There’s a lot to think about when it comes to rafting in the Smoky Mountains. Check out these 4 ways to prepare months in advance for rafting in the Smoky Mountains: 1. Choose a Season During the off season, you’ll have plenty of time to decide when you want to go rafting in the Smoky Mountains. If you decide to come in the spring, you’ll have to think about what the weather will be like and plan accordingly. Will it possibly still be cold? Do you need extra layers since you’ll be ..read more