Posted May 30, 2019 by Gina Metcalf
Pack your bags and get ready for an adventure in the Smoky Mountains with your older kids! From ziplining and whitewater rafting to riding ATVs or horses, you and your family are sure to have an absolute blast with the activities we have rounded up below. Keep in mind that these are better suited to […]
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Posted March 22, 2019 by Gina Metcalf
The Smoky Mountains are renowned for their scenic views and outdoor activities, but there is certainly no lack of fabulous indoor and off-season activities as well! We have rounded up three of our favorite indoor Smoky Mountain activities to explore with your friends and family. The Escape Game in Pigeon Forge Put on your puzzle-solving […]
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Posted April 4, 2018 by April Sadowski
The warmer weather is moving in and snow is becoming a distant memory. What better time to enjoy the Smokies than in the Spring? While you’re waiting for the whitewater rafting season to get into full swing, we’ve picked out some other awesome activities you can enjoy in the spring. Ripley’s Aquarium This is a […]
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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 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 […]
Read MorePosted June 28, 2016 by Gina Metcalf
Add more to your Smoky Mountain rafting adventure with a package deal. Rafting in the Smokies is more than just whitewater rafting. Besides the thrill of heading down the river in our rafts, you can also enjoy our Zipline Course, High Elements Ropes Challenge Course, or other activities on the Family Adventure Island. You can […]
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Posted February 1, 2016 by Gina Metcalf
So you’ve got a younger child who can’t do the Upper Pigeon River whitewater rafting trip. It’s no big deal at Rafting in the Smokies! There are plenty of activities here for the whole family. Scenic Family Float Trip—Perfect for ages three and up, you can take your whole family on a fun and engaging […]
Read MorePosted 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 […]
Read MorePosted 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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