River Magic: An Easy Smoky Mountain Guided Walk
Overview
Slow down beside one of the Smokies’ biggest and among the most beautiful mountain rivers. River Magic is an easy guided walk designed for guests who want the peace of moving water, forest shade, deep pools, sparkling cascades, wildflowers, and stories of the landscape without a demanding climb and without the crowds.
This gentle riverside experience blends natural beauty with interpretation from an expert guide. You’ll learn about the plants, wildlife, stream life, and human history connected to these mountain valleys while enjoying one of the most approachable ways to experience Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Best for: Families, beginners, seniors, first-time visitors, nature lovers, and anyone who wants an easy guided river walk near Gatlinburg.
Duration: 3.5 Hours | Difficulty: Easy | Mileage: 4.2 Miles | Elevation Change: 300’ | Ages: All
Meeting Location: Sugarlands Visitors Center
What's Included
- Snacks: peanut based (peanut butter crackers, trail mix and/or fruit snacks)
- Professional guide
- Gratuities are appreciated for good service.
- Lunch
- Drinks are not provided. Bring plenty of water.
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Parking Tag not included. Contact us or purchase here: www.recreation.gov/activitypass/AP2510
Meeting Location
1420 Fighting Creek Gap Road
Gatlinburg, TN 37738, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
603 Little River Trail
Gatlinburg, TN 37738, USA
You will end your tour here. Since you will have followed the guide to the trailhead in your own vehicle, you are free to explore the area further if you'd like or head out.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Rating: the difficulty of this tour is easy
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Gratuity of 10 to 20% recommended for good service
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please note that, while we do our best to follow the itinerary listed, we may need to pivot due to road closures or events outside of our control. We require a minimum of 2 people to operate this tour. We operate rain or shine.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-26480P2
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