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Big Creek Expeditions: Scenic Pigeon River Floats
4.8
62 Ratings
Hartford
Experience the beauty of the Smoky Mountains on a scenic float trip down the calm Lower Section of the Pigeon River. Perfect for all ages, no experience required.
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- 3671 Hartford Rd - If you have a thirst for adventure and have dreamed of paddling down a river with your friends, family or group through the Smoky Mountains, this is the trip for you. Experience the Great Smoky Mountains in a whole new way, with panoramic views of ancient mountains, thrilling rapids that will leave you soaking wet, and an immersive experience that will keep you smiling from ear to ear.
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What's Included
- All necessary equipment included: PFD (life jacket), helmet, and paddle.
What's Not Included
- Lunch
Additional Information
As the Pigeon River exits the more precipitous areas of the gorge, it becomes somewhat tranquil. Starting from our survey post, the Lower Section of the Pigeon River is ideal for those seeking a picturesque rafting journey through the Smoky Mountains. It is accessible to individuals aged 3 and above. No prior experience is needed, and each raft will be accompanied by one of our expert guides.
- Minimum age: 3 years old
- Guests will then meet their personal guide and recieve the necessary equipment,
- Including a PFD (aka life jacket), helmet and paddle.
- After your guide double-checks to make sure all equipment is fitted properly, guests then hop on our bus for a short 10-minute ride to the launching point for your trip.
- All guest must have secured shoes on, NO FLIP FLOPS / NO BARE FEET
Location
3671 Hartford Rd
Hartford Road
We are located near Downtown Hartford, TN
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(62 Ratings)
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Lisa_s
Jun 22, 2024
Rafting in the smokies - We had a laid back and knowledge guide. Humorous as well.
It wasn't a pressured or stressful trip. Informative info
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Chuck_d
Jun 9, 2024
Fun time - Fun time. Great crew. Category 2 & 3 rapids. Got wet, yay! I would definitely use them again. Nice gift shop too.
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Diana_d
Aug 25, 2023
Everyone enjoyed the... - Everyone enjoyed the scenic float. Very kid friendly and the guides were great! At the end there was an opportunity for the older kids to jump off and do some swimming which they very much enjoyed !
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Corinnap207
Jul 12, 2023
Great time!!! - Johnny B was a great guide! Our church youth group had a blast floating down the river. They even got out of the rafts and swam a bit! So much fun!
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Vacation20236855578
Jul 2, 2023
Fun and Fantastic! - Fun and well-organized! Jedi Mike made it enjoyable. Definitely recommend and will go back and do the upper river next time.
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Craigmm5379mu
Jun 21, 2023
Awesome Guide and Great Time - We had an awesome time and we had the best river guide, Caeden. He was very knowledgeable, energetic and fun to talk with. He did his best to make sure we all had fun. We’ll definitely go back for the white water ride and hopefully Caeden will still be there.
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L7087hmhelenb
Jun 18, 2023
Big Creek - Alyssa was great! Informative and funny. The float was beautiful. Had a chance to jump in the water.
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Tabitha
Jun 13, 2023
Super fun adventure for families! - Our family of 5 took the scenic rafting option, as it was our first time rafting and we have 3 children (boy 11, girl 9, boy 6). We really lucked out having Jason as our guide! He guided us through some fun little rapid areas that were safe but felt super adventurous for the kids. He was so informative and just made it such a great experience for all of us. Definitely the highlight of our trip. Now our kids want to be white water rafters like Jason :) Thanks so much for the memories and our new found love of rafting!
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742sandid
Jun 4, 2023
The best experience ever - First time experience and had the best guide, Darrell U. Definitely recommend. The water was not as cold as expected.
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957dalisar
Sep 17, 2023
Cancelled trip with no warning!! - The trip was cancelled no warning. Drove 450 miles for nothing. Water was low they should have know before we traveled so far.
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