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River Rat Whitewater: #1 Whitewater Outpost in the USA | Hartford, TN
Adventure-enthusiasts of ALL experience levels, look no further! River Rat Whitewater Rafting offers the top-rated, guided expeditions on the Pigeon River - and is now ranked the #1 Rafting Outpost in America! Our Rafting season officially begins May 24th, with earlier April trips also available on “Call to Book” basis. We’re conveniently located, as the closest Rafting to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.
Choose your adventure preference - from serene to extreme! We cater to all skill levels, so no experience is necessary. With premium equipment and a phenomenal guide in each raft, your adventure is sure to be unforgettable. Take advantage of discounted summer rates available May - June and August (see website for details).
“Which adventure should I choose?”
UPPER: Adventure-lovers, this one's for you. Our Upper Rafting Adventure combines class III and IV rapids with the natural beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains and the Pisgah National Forest for an unforgettable river-bound expedition (ages 8+).
XTREME: Once our guests try out our Xtreme rafts, they never go back! Take on every thrill the Upper section of the river has to offer in our smaller, specialized rafts. No experience necessary! These boats' smaller size provides rafters more agility to experience the full excitement of every rapid (ages 8+).
LOWER: Rafting with young ones, or just want to take it easy? The Lower Rafting Adventure has plenty of rapids to satisfy your craving for excitement, but mellow enough for even the youngest thrill-seekers wit