Why choose this Hartford tour ?
As the Pigeon River comes out of the steeper parts of the gorge it calms down a bit. Beginning at our outpost, the Lower Section of the Pigeon River is perfect for those looking for a scenic float trip of the Smoky Mountains. Ages 3 and up. Experience is not required, and each raft will have one of our professional guides.
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What makes Scenic Floats on the Pigeon River with Big Creek Expeditions a unique experience ?
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.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 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
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Spring 2:30pm Scenic Float
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Stretching 5.5 miles of river distance and lasting approximately 1.5 hours, this section is beautiful and relaxing with a sample of whitewater. Class I & II rapids provide a great introduction. - Summer Scenic Float
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Stretching miles of river distance and lasting approximately 1.5 hours, this section is beautiful and relaxing with a sample of whitewater. Class I & II rapids provide a great introduction.
Scenic Floats on the Pigeon River with Big Creek Expeditions Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Necessary equipment, including a PFD (aka life jacket), helmet and paddle.
Not Included
- Lunch
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Big Creek Expeditions.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at America/New_York.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 62 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• Big Creek Expeditions Rafting Outpost
• Address: 3671 Hartford Road, Hartford, TN 37753
Make sure that everyone in your group has secured shoes on, NO FLIP FLOPS / NO BARE FEET!
• Shortly after the check-in time, you and your group will receive a brief orientation talk that covers some of the basics of rafting.
• Guests will then meet their personal guide and receive 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 take a short walk down to the river where their raft awaits. After the trip, guests hop on our bus for a short 10-minute ride back to our outpost.
