Pigeon River Rafting & Outdoor Activities

AVAILABLE TIME

May,September

Are you looking for an action-packed day on the river with non-stop excitement?

Our Double Upper Pigeon River Experience is designed just for thrill-seekers like you! Perfect for anyone ages eight and up, this adventure takes you down our exhilarating class III whitewater section—twice!

You’ll tackle the Upper Pigeon River’s rapids on your first run, then take a well-deserved break to recharge. Bring a packed lunch to enjoy by the riverside, or check out local food trucks and cafes during your break. Once you’re ready, gear up for a second round of heart-pounding whitewater action as you conquer the same section again!

This is our best value trip—if you’re eager for more excitement and want to maximize your river experience while saving the most money, the Double Upper Pigeon River Experience is the way to go.

Directions
We strongly recommend that you avoid relying too heavily on your GPS to reach our outpost. Experience has taught us that GPS will often suggest routes that we do not recommend.

*Please note: Total Drive Time for each route is an approximate drive time, and is subject to change depending on your exact departure point, traffic, and personal driving preferences.

From Gatlinburg

In downtown Gatlinburg you can find US-321 North at traffic light #3. Continue on US-321 for approximately 20 miles until you come to the first stop sign in Cosby, TN. Go left for 1.8 miles, then right on Foothills Parkway. You will be on the Foothills Parkway for about 6 miles until taking I-40 East to exit # 447 Hartford Rd. (the very next exit). At the bottom of the ramp turn left. Once you arrive at the intersection, continue straight for 0.3 miles and lookout for the sign for Big Creek Expeditions. Turn left down the drive directly before the bridge. You have arrived at our outpost.

Total Drive Time »» 45 minutes*

From Pigeon Forge

Take US-411 North for approximately 20 miles to I-40 East. You will be on I40 for approximately 20 minutes until getting off at exit #447 Hartford Rd. At the bottom of the ramp turn left. Once you arrive at the intersection, continue straight for 0.3 miles and lookout for the sign for Big Creek Expeditions. Turn left down the drive directly before the bridge. You have arrived at our outpost.

Total Drive Time »» 1 hour*

From Sevierville

Take US-411 North for approximately 20 miles to I-40 East. You will be on I40 for approximately 20 minutes until getting off at exit #447 Hartford Rd. At the bottom of the ramp turn left. Once you arrive at the intersection, continue straight for 0.3 miles and lookout for the sign for Big Creek Expeditions. Turn left down the drive directly before the bridge. You have arrived at our outpost.
Total Drive Time »» 45 minutes*

From Asheville, NC

Take I-40 West for approximately 50 miles, just across the NC/TN State Line, to exit #447 Hartford Rd. At the bottom of the exit ramp, please turn left at stop sign. Go under the interstate to the next stop sign and turn left. Go straight for about 1/2 mile and veer left at the bridge. You have now arrived at our outpost.

Total Drive Time »» 45 minutes*

This information can also be found on our Directions Page and will be included in your confirmation email.

If our staff is unable to work you into today's trip schedule, we will work with you to book a reservation for tomorrow or another day that works for your group.

*We have guaranteed release days weekly Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday throughout the June, July, and August months between Memorial and Labor Day weekends. At times due to weather conditions and rain levels, we will offer trips other days when water is released. We strive to ensure the river will be flowing at a level with enjoyable and challenging rapids.