
NOC Pigeon River Outpost
3485 Hartford Rd, Hartford, TN 37753 · (865) 277-8209
Closed for the season. The outpost reopens next year, so keep it on your list for a future trip.
Rafting the Pigeon River with NOC Pigeon River Outpost, Hartford
The Pigeon outpost of the big Nantahala Outdoor Center, with the polish of a national operator when the season is running.
Trips run from 3485 Hartford Rd, Hartford, TN 37753, about 45 minutes from Gatlinburg, 48 from Pigeon Forge and 55 from Sevierville — an easy morning out of Hartford either way. Rates start at $43 per person on Class III–III+ (upper) · I–II (lower), the youngest rafter allowed is 3, and the day suits visitors who want a nationally known operator next season. They have no public review score yet, so call and ask about recent trips.


NOC Pigeon River Outpost trip options and prices
Upper Pigeon
$48/person
Class III–III+ · ages 8+ · 70 lb min · About 2.5 hours, 4 river miles · May–September
Lower Pigeon
$43/person
Class I–II · ages 3+ · About 2.5 hours, 4 river miles · May–September
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Details checked against NOC Pigeon River Outpost's own site on September 21, 2026. Confirm prices and age limits when you book.
You'll be sent to NOC Pigeon River Outpost's own booking page. Raft the Smokies never collects payment.