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Hartford is an unincorporated community in Cocke County, Tennessee, located in the southeastern United States. Although it is not a census-designated place, the ZIP Code Tabulation Area for the ZIP Code (37753) that serves Hartford had a population of 814, according to the 2000 census.
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1. Rafting in the Smokies
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
Inspired Fun in the Great Smoky Mountains! Offering whitewater rafting, family float trips, ziplines, a challenging ropes course, rock climbing wall, and horseback riding. VACATION PACKAGES FOR AFFORDABLE SMOKY MOUNTAIN FUN! Come play with us and then enjoy the rest of your day on our Family Adventure Island with complimentary picnic tables, grills, walking trail, and family playground. We are a one-stop-adventure-shop serving ages 3 and up. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. 39 years of rafting experience. Restrictions may apply. Raft with the best: Rafting in the Smokies!
Reviewed By Michelle P - Consett, United Kingdom
Booked a package of rafting and zip lining. Was a little apprehensive beforehand but the instructors and guides are so reassuring we soon settled in. The zip lining was great fun and we all enjoyed that. The staff were so friendly as well, spending loads...MoreZak and Stacie are AWESOME!! guides. Rafting in the Smokies so happy to hear you had such a wonderful time that you rafted twice. We hope to see you back in our rafts and zipping the island next time you are in the area.
2. Raft Outdoor Adventures
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
White water Rafting just outside of Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Located in Hartford, TN, you and your family can enjoy an exciting rafting trip on the Pigeon River with a professional and friendly guide, beautiful scenery, and high quality equipment.
Reviewed By John R
We have taken several river rafting trips on our visits to Gatlinburg this company and guide was by far the best yet. Our guide," Willis" was professional yet I believe he works nights as a comedian. He kept us laughing from the beginning to the very end of our experience, he truly loves his job and it made our trip one we will not soon forget. We will definitely be back. Booked over the phone last minute easily. Trip was recommended to us by Courtney who was also a guide but was not working that day. The shop has wet suits to use that were very nice and clean, just bring water shoes. John Rogers
3. Our Place
Overall Ratings
5 based on 109 reviews
Unique shop, new & used books, organic coffees, gifts, mugs, concrete statues, dvd's, cd's, souvenirs, walking sticks, candles, t-shirts; locally made items, A LITTLE BIT OF EVERYTHING! Open year round!
Reviewed By Podkova - Newport, Oregon
An unique little place in Sevier county. Perfect to buy used books, very smooth coffee, and small gifts. I purchased amethyst crystals for a great price. They actually have gifts that are MADE IN U.S.A. :-)
4. Smoky Mountain Outdoors
Overall Ratings
5 based on 4 reviews
The Pigeon River, located in the heart of the Smoky Mountains just a short drive from Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, TN, offers breathtaking scenery and exciting whitewater rafting thrills! This magnificent river begins in North Carolina and continues through Tennessee. Experience white water rafting in Tennessee and raft through class 3 to 4 rapids where you'll be assured of an exciting adventure at one of the best attractions in Gatlinburg TN!"Whitewater Rafting at it's Finest"
Reviewed By Chris S
My wife and I were able to get in the day before the end of the season on an afternoon discounted trip. The staff was absolutely superb in assisting me with getting situated with my reservation and mounting my GoPro. They even moved me to a sooner trip to keep us from waiting around. My guide was Tyler and he was great. Not only did he make the day fun, he guided through the river with skill and knowledge that kept e everyone safe. He even guided us in performing a rescue of a other rafting service's client, in which he pulled the distressed person in our raft and we retrieved two paddles.
Overall, I would recommend This company and ask for Tyler as your guide.
5. Carver Orchards & Farm Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 211 reviews
Reviewed By SmurfySmurfette80 - Maryville, Tennessee
We stopped by the candy store today. We purchased almond, cashew and pecan milk chocolate clusters that were all extremely fresh and so good. The chocolate covered peanuts in the pre made boxes were not fresh and we were disappointed in those and they tasted like a different chocolate that was not great. The star of the show though was their milk and dark covered chocolate cherries, they were soooo good.
6. River Rat Whitewater
Overall Ratings
5 based on 684 reviews
River Rat Whitewater thrills your family or group by making life-long memories and building camaraderie on scenic, guided whitewater rafting trips between the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cherokee National Forest. At River Rat Whitewater, we don't just raft, we jump, slide, surf and swim! Come play at Mother Nature's waterpark! Come Play at River Rat!
Reviewed By A TripAdvisor Member
Larry runs the joint, and he is awesome! Ewok is hilarious and Jake definitely entertained! Draft beer, storefront, proper training, a guide on each boat...and tons of fun!!! group discounts, and lots of laughs to be had. Definitely do this!! Bring your go pro, they'll set you up with a helmet with a dock for it= perfect!!
7. Wildwater Rafting - Pigeon
Overall Ratings
5 based on 572 reviews
The Pigeon River offers something for everyone. Adventure down the Upper or Lower section... Or you can do both! Each section is about 6 miles long. The quick shuttles combined with the close proximity to the Gatlinburg/ Pigeon Forge area make this river truly convenient. We have individual, child, and group rates.
Reviewed By Rob R - Pigeon Forge
We went rafting on the upper Pigeon River. The trip had class 3 and class 4s. JD was our guide and he was OUTSTANDING. We had a blast. It is definitely worth the cost of the trip. Went with family including 2-14 year olds. Everyone had a blast.
8. Mt Cammerer Fire Tower
Overall Ratings
5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By swofford4 - Columbia, Missouri
We left from Cosby Campground so it was 9.2 miles round trip. The first portion on Lower Gap Trail is uphill the entire way and the hardest part. Once you reach Appalachian Trail it levels off a bit. Signs are well marked. The views from Mt. Cammerer Fire Tower are stunning. Our family of 4 with children 9 and 12 completed the hike in about 6 hours.
9. Rapid Expeditions
Overall Ratings
5 based on 313 reviews
Rapid Expeditions is a full service whitewater rafting outfitter and kayaking school located a short drive from Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Sevierville. We offer Upper and Lower Pigeon River rafting trips on Tuesdays, Wendsdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and some Sundays (call ahead) during Spring, Summer, and Fall! The Pigeon River boasts Class II, III, and IV rapids on the border of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Reviewed By Desiree L
This is a small company, unlike their competitor's next door, and we were able to walk in, schedule a trip, have a raft with only our group of people, and a wonderful guide (Amelia). I would highly recommend this company and would go back if in the area again. They also take pictures as you come down the river and the price of the CD, which includes all pictures of your group, was not expensive at all. Very impressed!
10. Big Bear Rafting
Overall Ratings
5 based on 455 reviews
Reviewed By staceykarnes - Frederick, Maryland
Where to start? The company-great, our guide-amazing, the entire whitewater rafting experience-we are HOOKED!!! Big Bear was a great company from the beginning to the end of our trip. Our guide Ben was funny and put 4 newbies to whitewater rafting at ease. Each of the company's personnel we had interactions with was funny, professional and good natured, it was almost like you knew them forever.
I couldn't imagine rafting with any other company. Thanks for a great trip Big Bear!
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