Rafting in the Smokies @ Rapid Expeditions
The 2025 rafting season is here! Rapid Expeditions offers the best whitewater rafting adventures in East Tennessee. Located on the banks of the Pigeon River in Hartford, TN, we're convenient to Gatlinburg, Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Knoxville, and Asheville.
WATER RELEASE DAYS
Tues, Wed, Thur, Sat
The Pigeon River is on a scheduled release. We only schedule rafting trips when the water is guaranteed to be flowing. We raft every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Satuday.
RAFTING NEAR ME
Hartford, TN
We are located on the Pigeon River in Hartford, TN next to Bean Trees cafe. The exit number is 447 (3605 Hartford Rd). View Map
BUY RAFTING TICKETS ONLINE
$30.95 and up
Lower Pigeon River raft trips start at $30.95 per person. Upper Pigeon River raft trips start at $39.95 per person. We also offer combo trips! Book Now
PIGEON RIVER WHITEWATER RAFTING
Rafting for families and adventurers
We offer two different whitewater rafting trips on the Pigeon River. The Upper Pigeon River is full of Class I-IV rapids for thrilling rides when the river is flowing. The Lower Pigeon River is a calmer section of water where you'll encounter Class I-II rapids ... perfect for families with small children who still want to experience rafting.
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