Here at Big Creek Expeditions, we work diligently to ensure that our guests are well informed and well taken care of upon their visit to the Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, Knoxville and Asheville area. We want you to have the best Smoky Mountain experience possible. We have created this blog to help educate our visitors on the variety of activities, places to go, things to do, and other generalized information about our area. As always, feel free to call us with any questions or visit out FAQ page!
Big Creek Expeditions has been owned and operated by Jon Felderman
since 2004. Over the last seventeen years Big Creek has shared a property...
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Nestled in the Smoky Mountains, Big Creek Expeditions has been running rafting trips since 2004. We offer half and full day scenic trips on the...
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Big Creek Expeditions is open and operating under our normal business hours. In response to Covid-19, we are taking necessary preventative measures...
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Curious how the classification of rapids works? Wondering what the differences between Class I and Class V rapids are? We’re here to help you...
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November of 2016 brought the largest wildfire in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park’s history, marking the largest natural disaster in...
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Big Creek Expeditions outpost is located on the quieter side of the Smoky Mountains in Hartford, Tennessee, just a short drive from the Gatlinburg,...
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If you're interested in whitewater rafting but are a bit hesitant, we understand. New experiences can be a little nerve racking Vickie McKenzie, a...
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I may be a bit biased in saying this, but the Great Smoky Mountains, Cherokee National Forest and Pisgah National Forest are by far one of the most...
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Big Creek Expeditions, an owner operated whitewater rafting outpost in Hartford, Tennessee is partnered with various outdoor excursion...
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Did you know that the Great Smoky Mountain National Park is the most visited National Park in the United States? However, the GSMNP has the lowest...
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