For family adventure, raft Tennessee's Big Pigeon River, near Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and Sevierville. Pigeon River whitewater rafting features spirited Class III-IV rapids that flow along the eastern border of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This is NOC's most condensed whitewater experience—a full dose of excitement and scenery in just three short hours. Dam-controlled water releases ensure whitewater action Tuesdays through Thursdays and Saturdays, Memorial Day through Labor Day. Make this summertime classic part of your Smoky Mountain, Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg vacation!
"Just wanted to let you know what a great time we had on the rafting trip. The older girls ended up doing the Upper Pigeon and we did the Lower Pigeon with the five year olds...everything worked out wonderfully. Your company, by far, goes above and beyond." —J. Sansonetti Tampa, FL
Pigeon River Whitewater Rafting Trips
Trip Options
Price
Minimum Age
Upper Pigeon Rafting
$40
8 years or 70 lbs
Lower Pigeon 7 and under
$19
3 years
Lower Pigeon Adults
$29
*Discounts available for late-afternoon trips!
Upper Pigeon River Trip Splash through big, bouncy wave trains and nearly-continuous Class II-IV rapids. This trip is sure to get active youngsters soaked and smiling.
Lower Pigeon River Trip This family float trip is available for kids as young as 3. Splashing and swimming encouraged!
Driving Directions to NOC's Pigeon Outpost—All NOC Pigeon River trips depart from our Pigeon outpost, in Hartford, TN, just a few miles east of Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and Sevierville.
NOC's Great Outpost in Nearby Gatlinburg, TN
When planning your Great Smokies visit, be sure to include Pigeon River rafting and a trip to NOC's Great Outpost in downtown Gatlinburg, the gateway to Smokies adventure!
