With endless things to do in the Great Smoky Mountains area, the vast array of choices for lodging can seem overwhelming. That’s why we partner with some of the Smokies premier lodging locations, giving our River Rat customers the whole package. The Lodging: Margaritaville Island Hotel A perfect blend of mountain latitude and island…
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When taking advantage of the many attractions the Smoky Mountains have to offer, you’re sure to work up an appetite. Lucky for you, after you book a trip with Smoky Mountain River Rat, you’ll get discounts on some of the “must-eat” restaurants in the Smokies. Check out a few of our restaurant partners below. FlapJack’s…
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Planning a trip online is never easy. It’s hard to determine the best places to stay, eat, and find great entertainment when there seems to be countless options. Whether you’ve been to Dollywood before or you’re looking to make your first trip, we have some expert tips for you! Stay onsite Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort…
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From our beautiful setting in the Great Smoky Mountains, Smoky Mountain River Rat provides the exhilarating experience of outdoor adventures. Whether you’re planning a quick weekend getaway or a fun family vacation, your perfect adventure package is waiting. Although we would love for you to spend your entire weekend with us here at Smoky Mountain…
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Fall is a time for flannels, football, and most importantly, festivals. Who doesn’t love a good festival when they’re bored and searching for weekend plans? As for who hosts the best festivals around, the Smokies win the prize. Although the list of fall festivals in the Smokies is best described as endless, we’ve decided to tell you about a few of our favorites.
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Fall is a time for flannels, football, and most importantly, festivals. Who doesn’t love a good festival when they’re bored and searching for weekend plans? As for who hosts the best festivals around, the Smokies win the prize. Although the list of fall festivals in the Smokies is best described as endless, we’ve decided to tell you about a few of our favorites.
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Let’s throw a twist on the common cliche and say, “Don’t judge an experience based on its most popular video on social media.” That sounds about right, right?! You might see the viral videos that involve “extreme” rafting adventures as you scroll through your feed. However, these videos don’t exactly paint the most accurate portrait of…
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Amidst the scenic views of the Smoky Mountains, the many opportunities and attractions in the Smokies can provide effective team building experiences and spark camaraderie. Whether it’s a work team, sports team, or youth group, the Smokies have an attraction for everyone! Smoky Mountain River Rat: Tubing & Whitewater Rafting Smoky Mountain River Rat Whitewater…
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It sounds disastrous. Just as you are enjoying your summer vacation in the Smokies, rain starts pouring down, spoiling your plans. Well, the Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge area is full of things to do, activities, and adventures perfectly suited to a rainy afternoon. Take a look at some of our suggestions on how to spend…
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It’s almost September; soon the temperatures will start to fall, scarves will come out of the back of the closet, and it will be acceptable to have pumpkin-flavored everything! If you’re like us, one of the most exciting things about fall is that the leaves begin to change. Leaf watching is one of the most…
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