Category Hiking

Easy Hiking Trail

Easy Hikes in the Smokies

Posted May 1, 2022 by Gina Metcalf

The Great Smoky Mountains offer a chance for everyone to reconnect with nature, whether you’re a seasoned wilderness expert or a newcomer to outdoor adventures. If this is your first time hiking, or if you find yourself on a trip with young kids or older adults, it can be challenging to find trails that combine […]

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Outdoor Lovers Website

Three Websites for the Outdoor Enthusiast You Need to Visit

Posted March 6, 2019 by April Sadowski

If you’re a fan of the great outdoors, adventure, and learning more about travel ideas, we have some websites we recommend you bookmark for later use. You might also find some inspiration on what to do during the off-season. Outdoor Project https://www.outdoorproject.com/ This website offers an informative blog, which covers topics like adventure recommendations, stories […]

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Winter Backpack

Tips for Backpacking in the Winter

Posted February 25, 2019 by April Sadowski

If you love the sound of fresh snow crunching beneath your feet, check out our suggestions for backpacking in the winter. Get good gearWhile price can be a factor, budget-friendly options are available. You can buy used or rent gear, or opt for heavier equipment that might be cheaper. Wear the right clothesMake sure if […]

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Great Hiking Locations Nearby

Posted August 9, 2017 by April Sadowski

Rafting in the Smokies is located just on the outskirts of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cherokee National Forest. As you raft on the Pigeon River, you’ll be immersed in the lovely scenery of the mountains. If you want to continue your outdoor adventure and get into the depths of the forest, there […]

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Enjoying the Colors of Fall in the Smokies

Posted October 11, 2016 by Gina Metcalf

  The trees are getting ready to bathe the Smokies in a bright array of colors. That’s right, fall is here, and we’re excited to start enjoying the beautiful display of oranges, reds, and yellows on the mountains. If you’ve never been to Rafting in the Smokies in the fall, this is a great time […]

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Fireflies photo by Rel Ohara

Synchronizing Fireflies

Posted April 22, 2016 by Gina Metcalf

Fireflies (or Lightning Bugs as we call them in some parts of the country) light up our lives! Did you know that more than 19 kinds of fireflies live here in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park region? And, they are the only species in America that display a synchronized flashing light pattern.  But you […]

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Perfect Picnic Spots

Posted May 22, 2013 by Gina Metcalf

Rafting in the Smokies Family Adventure Island is the perfect place to have a fun picnic. Bordering the banks of the beautiful Pigeon River, sit in the shade under the canopy of native trees and plants. No worries here – Family Adventure Island is complete with picnic tables and grills. Remember when you were a […]

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Enjoy Wildflowers Among the Wild Waters

Posted April 15, 2013 by Gina Metcalf

Springtime at Rafting in the Smokies is an awesome experience. Get ready to experience your own wildflower “pilgrimage” on our magical Adventure Island! The area in and surrounding the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is known for its variety of wildflowers. In fact, more than 1,500 plants can be found here. Did you know that […]

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Neat Stuff Nearby – Max Patch on the Appalachian Trail

Posted June 18, 2012 by Gina Metcalf

Your Smoky Mountain Rafting adventure can be even more of a thrill when you add in a side trip to nearby Max Patch in the Pisgah National Forest. Max Patch is a gem so special and so rare that we almost hesitated to share it for fear of overcrowding this wonderful place. We’re all about […]

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Neat Stuff Nearby – Hiking to Midnight Hole

Posted May 22, 2012 by Gina Metcalf

Even though you can spend an entire day of outdoor fun with Rafting in the Smokies, we’d like to share with you one of our favorite nearby hiking destinations in The Great Smoky Mountains National Park…Midnight Hole. It’s the quintessential Smoky Mountain swimming hole! The water is oh so cold…and so incredibly crystal-clear, that you […]

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Rafting in the Smokies - Upper Pigeon River Whitewater Rafting Trip

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Pigeon River Whitewater Rafting & Scenic Family Float

Whitewater Family Float
High Elements Ropes Challenge Course at Rafting in the Smokies

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High Elements Ropes Challenge Course

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Header - Zipline Canopy Tour

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Zipline Canopy Tour

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Rock Climbing Wall at Rafting in the Smokies

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Rock Climbing Wall

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Picnic and Pavilion

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Family Adventure Island at Rafting in the Smokies

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Family Adventure Island

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