Posted December 5, 2017 by April Sadowski
Sometimes you want to see the beauty of the mountains from the comfort of your vehicle. The natural mountain ranges around Rafting in the Smokies offer exceptional views and majestic surroundings. Whether you’re planning on driving or riding through on your motorcycle, we’ve picked out some stunning scenic and fun drives to check out. Roaring […]
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Posted November 25, 2017 by April Sadowski
While rafting with Rafting in the Smokies, your guides might draw your attention to some of the wildlife that can be seen from the river. You might see a passing crane, a family of turtles, or perhaps a bear or deer near the shoreline. The Smoky Mountain area is home to a wide variety […]
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Posted November 10, 2017 by April Sadowski
Run out of ideas on things to do in the Smokies now that the rafting season has come to a close? It’s okay, because we have you covered with a list of five other attractions that you can visit while you’re here! Whether you’re looking for yourself, your family, or friends, we are showcasing attractions […]
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Posted November 2, 2017 by April Sadowski
Rafting in the Smokies is close to many mountain ranges and forests. Did you know that RITS is within about an hour’s drive from the Martha Sundquist State Forest, the Cherokee National Forest, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and Pisgah National Forests? We thought we’d share some not-so-well-known facts about our nearest forest neighbors. […]
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Posted October 30, 2017 by April Sadowski
Grab your festive sweater, pull out the hot cocoa, and get ready for the Christmas season in the Smokies! Kicking off in early November, Sevierville, Gatlinburg, and Pigeon Forge light up the area as part of Winterfest. Dollywood is decked out for Christmas, and attractions start putting on their Christmas shows. Sevierville In Sevierville, the […]
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Posted October 25, 2017 by April Sadowski
Rafting in the Smokies is home to fun family-friendly activities like whitewater rafting, family floats, the zipline canopy tour, rock climbing wall, and the high elements ropes course. If that isn’t enough adrenaline for you, we have even more! There are plenty of other activities in the Smoky Mountain area you might enjoy. Horseback Riding […]
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Posted October 17, 2017 by April Sadowski
Asheville is only an hour drive from Rafting in the Smokies and offers plenty of outdoor activities for those who love nature and the beauty of the Smokies. Recreational options in the rafting off-season abound in and around Asheville. We’ve pulled a few together for our readers that we thought you’d enjoy. A Wild Foraging […]
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Posted October 8, 2017 by April Sadowski
It’s time to get prepped for the fall! Before you head out on your foliage photographic journey, make sure you plan the perfect stops to take your shots! Besides listing some of the best places to view the fall colors in the area, we’ve also linked you up to some tips and tricks for getting […]
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Posted September 30, 2017 by April Sadowski
The rock climbing wall at Rafting in the Smokies is the latest addition of fun to the Rafting in the Smokies experience! While you’re here, consider adding this on your adventure plate. Located on Family Adventure Island, the Rock Climbing Wall is a stunning tower that is adjacent to our High Elements Ropes Course […]
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Posted September 27, 2017 by April Sadowski
It’s getting close to fall festival time! Rafting in the Smokies is starting to wind down for the season, but festivals and fall events are winding up. We’ve highlighted some that are in the Smoky Mountain and surrounding areas that should be on your radar. Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair (October 5–22, 2017) Dubbed one of the […]
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