Top Tennessee Hiking Tours

Get ready to discover some of Tennessee’s stunning waterfalls on this full-day guided hike launching from Nashville. Your transportation and lunch are included in this exciting tour. Hike deep into a gorge, cross large suspended swinging bridges, and explore the beauty of Fall Creek Falls State Park. Prepare to venture into Cane Creek Falls, Rocky Point Overlook, Piney Creek Falls, the Betty Dunn Nature Center and more.

Discover a bygone era on a 3-hour tour of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Hear stories about the Cherokee people and settlers that lived and worked in the mountains, and learn how they survived off the land. See a small family cemetery, 19th-century barn and an old fashioned spring house, then get a glimpse of settlers’ daily lives in a small restored cabin. Enjoy a relaxed nature walk with a guide that brings the Smoky Mountains’ distinctive wildlife, plants and geology to life at every turn.

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is known for its incredible wildlife diversity, rich cultural history, and beautiful views. Experience the park for yourself while learning about the local ecosystem and culture on this moderate 4-hour guided hike with a professional naturalist. All guides are certified Wilderness First Responders to ensure not only your safety, but also your peace of mind.

Discover the spooky side of Chattanooga with a ghost-themed walking tour. Meet your guide for a city stroll to hear haunted tales and ghost stories connected to city history. See local landmarks like the Fireman’s Memorial Fountain and Hamilton County Courthouse during the walk. Learn about how fires, floods, disease, and war all made Chattanooga a prime place for ghosts.

Take to the water for an adrenaline-fuelled white water rafting adventure along the Pigeon River. Enjoy spectacular views of the Smoky Mountains as you paddle through the gorge, tackle thrilling Class III and IV rapids such as ‘Snapdragon’ and ‘Powerhouse’, and perhaps jump in to cool off with a swim.

No need to travel far to take this thrilling Pigeon River white-water rafting tour, which departs from a central location right by Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg—one of the closest put-ins in the area. As the lengthiest rafting trip on the Pigeon River, this excursion is perfect for thrill seekers, while a guide on every raft makes it appropriate for rafters of all experience levels.

The Ocoee River is one of the most popular destinations for whitewater rafting in Tennessee and flows through the heart of the Cherokee National Forest. On this tour, you’ll get a full day on the water, with full instruction and lunch included. Get your adrenaline pumping as you tackle Class III and IV rapids, admire the views as you cruise downstream, and raft down part of the ‘Olympic section’.

Prepare to get wet on an exciting Smoky Mountain rafting adventure down the Pigeon River. Even if it’s your first time, grab a paddle and navigate dozens of class I and II rapids that offer plenty of splashes and thrills but are perfect for beginners. The closest rafting to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, this 2-hour afternoon trip makes a great addition to any Smoky Mountain family vacation.

Zip above our beautiful, 70-acre nature park with views of the Smoky Mountains on 7 unique ziplines that are up to 2,000-feet long.

Get a new perspective on Chattanooga with a rafting adventure tour on the Middle Ocoee River. After a safety demonstration, set off on a white water rafting excursion through the scenic Cherokee National Forest. Experience class III and IV rapids as you descend the river gorge. Paddle through the rapids during this exhilarating river adventure.

This is a fun and luxurious way to get a whistle-stop tour of Nashville’s top sights. Instead of being stuck in traffic, ascend into the sky in a helicopter and see the best of Music City from above. Along the way, listen to commentary about the sights you pass and fly over lots of key city landmarks in a short space of time—such as the Ryman Auditorium, Tennessee State Capital, and the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.

Experience the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee from the point of view of the treetops during this thrilling zipline excursion. Get your adrenaline pumping as soar through the trees on a series of ziplines and cross several rope bridges. This adventure is sure to have you laughing and perhaps screaming on the way down.

Take a hike through the Great Smoky Mountains when you book this half-day tour from Gatlinburg. Join your dedicated guide for a trek to Clingmans Dome, hiking through the highest section of the Appalachian Trail. Learn about the local fauna and flora as you walk and enjoy unparalleled views of the surrounding area from the observation tower at the top.

Explore beyond Nashville on a full-day, small-group adventure to Cumberland Caverns and Fall Creek Falls State Park. With your guide, discover the more than 30 miles of caves, passageways, rock formations, and underground pools that make up Cumberland Caverns. Then, head to Fall Creek Falls for a picnic lunch and a walk to several easy-to-hike-to waterfalls.

Rather than exploring an unfamiliar environemnt on your own, explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park on a small-group hike that takes you deep into the forest and along a pristine mountain river. You'll also see two waterfalls and learn all about the flora and fauna from your naturalist guide.

BEFORE BOOKING PLEASE READ- ***NO SINGLE PERSON BOOKINGS!!!*** This is a private guided hike for a minimum of 2 people up to 8 per booking. Parent(s)/an adult MUST accompany 12 to 17 year old participants. Named Park of the Year as part of the Tennessee State Parks Awards of Excellence, you will enjoy the ecological natural beauty of Radnor Lake Park while hiking on this moderate to strenuous hike, approximately 85% wooded/15% paved trails. There's a great chance you will see a variety of wildlife during this hike, so make sure you're ready to snap a photo here and there! Depending on availability, restroom breaks can be taken prior to and after the hike at the Walter Criley Visitor Center.

See the beauty of vivid fall leaves cresting the Great Smoky Mountains on this 5-hour tour from Pigeon Forge. Visit a remote location far from the crowds of easier-to-find viewing platforms and learn about the local culture and ecosystem as you go.

Meet a naturalist guide at the Greenbrier entrance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park (directions listed in your voucher) for a walk in the woods. This moderately strenuous hike follows an Appalachian mountain path to several cascades. Rock-hop across streams and crest narrow ridges, then be rewarded by the sight of gorgeous cascades shrouded in lush greenery. Enjoy the intimacy of hiking with a small group.

During this half-day hiking tour, we'll see up to 4 waterfalls in two different state parks and natural areas, learn the history and the prehistoric wonders of the area, and hike around 3-4 miles. As we explore, you'll have the chance to spot and learn about the diverse plant and animal life that calls this place home. We'll have opportunities for great photos and great memories as we explore Tennessee's lush landscapes and scenic waterfalls! After our adventures, we'll round out the day at a local restaurant and brewery before heading back to Nashville

Explore the natural beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains, and learn more about the local history and wildlife, with this guided half-day hike to several waterfalls with a private group of up to six people. With a knowledgeable local guide in the lead, you don’t have to worry about route finding and can enjoy the scenery and experience. Includes snacks and bottled water.

With this tour, you’ll go home saying you’ve hiked the Appalachian Trail. After meeting up with your guide, you’ll head on foot to some of the Great Smoky Mountains’ wildest geologic fomations, through dense spruce forests, and up to the other-worldly vistas on Anakeesta Ridge. You’ll visit a trail shelter and—the piece de resistance—stumble upon a hidden mountain meadow for panoramic views.

On this hike a knowledgeable guide will take you down the famous Appalachian Trail to one of the best views in the entire Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Along the way guests will learn about the history of the early settlors in the mountains, the flora and fauna of the Southern Appalachians, and the founding of the most visited national park in the country.

“The Mountaineers Way” tour is a casual stroll with a local/professional guide. Hear the stories of how the first settlers entered this area when the Native Indians were still using the land. This area was a large mountain community. We will have the opportunity to see physical structures used for farming, cemeteries, and beautiful streams along the way.