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All You Need to Know About White Water Rafting in the Smoky Mountains

If you are looking for an exciting and unique adventure during your Smoky Mountain camping trip, check out a white water rafting excursion at Smoky Mountain Outdoors! This is the perfect way to experience the thrills of white water rapids while enjoying the scenic outdoor beauty of the Smokies. Here is everything you need to know about experiencing the thrill of white water rafting in the Smoky Mountains:

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5 Easy Star Constellations to Find at Our Smoky Mountain Campground

One of the best parts about staying at the Pigeon River Campground is camping under the stars! Since our campground is near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and on the border of Cherokee National Forest, there is no light pollution to spoil your view of the night sky! This makes our campground the perfect place to spot some fascinating constellations! Here are 5 easy star constellations to find while stargazing at our Smoky Mountain campground:…

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6 Tips for Making S’mores Around a Campfire at Our Tennessee Campground

One of the fun activities that you can enjoy while staying at the Pigeon River Campground is gathering around the fire pit in the evening! Of course, no campfire experience is complete without roasting marshmallows and preparing s’mores! While the basic idea is as simple as putting a marshmallow on a stick and toasting it, there are several things you can do to create the best s’mores possible! Here are 6 tips on how to make s’mores around a campfire at our Tennessee campground:

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Top 3 Reasons Why Our Campground in the Smokies is Perfect for Stargazing

If you think that the scenery around our Smoky Mountain campground is spectacular during the daylight hours, just wait until the sun sets — you’ll be treated to a night sky lit up like no other! The experience of camping underneath the twinkling stars is a truly unique opportunity, especially when there is no nearby light pollution to spoil your view of the night sky! Here are the top 3 reasons why our campground in the Smokies is perfect for stargazing:…

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Top 4 Things to Know About the Pigeon River Fishing Opportunities at Our Smoky Mountain Campground

Our Smoky Mountain campground is situated in an amazing location right along the Pigeon River, making it a dream come true for outdoor enthusiasts! If you love fishing, you’re literally just steps away from some of the best fishing opportunities in the Smokies! We even offer boat access for those campers who want to head out on the river for a few hours! Here are the top 4 things to know about the Pigeon River fishing opportunities at our Smoky Mountain campground:…

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4 Fun Towns Within a Short Drive of Our Campground in the Smokies

One of the things that campers love most about staying at our campground is the perfect location! Although we are situated among the beauty of the Smoky Mountains, our campground is just a short drive to several towns where you can find all kinds of exciting activities to enjoy! Whether you are camping with your family, a bunch of friends or a scout group, you will love the convenient access to these popular destinations! Here are 4 fun towns within a short drive of our campground in the Smokies:…

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How to Tell an Awesome Campfire Story When You Stay at Our Smoky Mountain Campground

What camping trip is complete without a night of campfire stories? Sit under the stars, roast a marshmallow or two and exchange some stories with your friends and family. It doesn’t matter if the story is funny, scary, real, or made up, everyone enjoys having a fun evening by the fire! Here are some tips on how to tell an awesome campfire story when you stay at our Smoky Mountain campground:…

A porch overlooking the river at a cabin at Pigeon River Campground.

4 Ways to Have Fun at Our Great Smoky Mountain Campground

When you choose to spend your next vacation at our campground, you’ll be amazed by all the fun activities and adventures that you’ll experience! Whether you love adrenaline-fueled adventures or you’d rather spend the day relaxing and unwinding, there is something fun for everyone. Check out our 4 favorite ways to have a blast at out Great Smoky Mountain campground:

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4 Ways to Spice Up Your S’mores at Our Smoky Mountain Campground

When it comes to an authentic camping experience, there is nothing more traditional than making s’mores by the campfire! The classic combination of graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate bars is nearly as much a part of camping as your tent and sleeping bag, so don’t miss the chance to enjoy this mouthwatering treat! If you want to take your s’mores experience a step further, you can even spice your recipe up a bit! Here are 4 ways to spice up campfire s’mores when you stay at our Smoky Mountain campground:…

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Top 4 Activities to do on the Pigeon River

When you stay at our campground, you are backed up against the Pigeon River and on hot, summer days, you will need to find activities to stay cool. Luckily, there are a ton of activities that are available to do in the river to have a blast. Here are 4 of the best activities to do on the Pigeon River:…

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5 Fun Camping Games for Families to Play at Our Smoky Mountain Campground

One of the reasons why so many families love our Smoky Mountain campground is because of all the fun things to do! In addition to traditional campground experiences like cookouts and campfires under the stars, your family can take advantage of our recreational equipment to play games or get creative with some games of your own! Here are 5 fun camping games for families to play at our Smoky Mountain campground:…

A happy group of people white water rafting near Gatlinburg at Smoky Mountain Outdoors.

Top 4 Reasons Why You Should Go Rafting in the Smoky Mountains

Are you trying to find something fun to do when you stay at our campground? There are plenty of fun things to do at our campground, but if you want to add a little adventure to your vacation, you should go rafting in the Smoky Mountains! You have quite a few trips to choose from, but no matter which one you choose, you’ll have a blast! Here are the top 4 reasons why you should go rafting in the Smoky Mountains:…