Experience whitewater rafting with Smoky Mountain Outdoors!

Smoky Mountain Outdoors rafting trips in North Carolina and Tennessee are geared toward families of all ages and sizes. We accommodate children ages 3 and up. Smoky Mountain Outdoors is dedicated to providing the most family fun rafting experience in the Southeast. We offer affordable North Carolina rafting trips to all, without sacrificing our safety goals. We can assure you that a half-day spent with our guides on the river will be the highlight of your vacation. Guaranteed!

Smoky Mountain Outdoors run 8 person Self-Bailing Riken Rafts. (One of the Leaders in the Industry). These are 6 chamber boats with inflated floors so that no bailing is required. Falling out is a very rare occurrence due to the design of the Riken Pioneers. Each boat consists of 1 guide & 6 or 7 passengers. You'll be assured a safe & enjoyable ride in these boats.

"We're a Stack Above The Competition"

Physical Disabilities
The fun & excitement of white water rafting in North Carolina is available to everyone. We are equipped to accommodate persons with most any type of physical impairment.

Rapid Ratings
In the Eastern United States the rapids are based on a scale from 1 to 6.
Class 1 - easiest
Class 6 - roughest

On the Big Pigeon River, you'll get to run:
50 class 1 and 2
14 class 3
4 class 4

Cancellation Policy
48 hours before trip for groups of 9 or less
1 week notice required for groups of 10 or more

Trips Go Rain or Shine!