River Magic: An Easy Smoky Mountain Guided Walk

5.0 (48 reviews) 3 h 30 min Free cancellation

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48 reviews

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About this activity

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

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At a glance

Duration: 3 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 11 people
People per booking: 1–11
Guide: English
Operated by: A Walk in the Woods

Ages: Children (3–17 years) · Adults (18–59 years) · Seniors (60–85 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Snacks: peanut based (peanut butter crackers, trail mix and/or fruit snacks)
Included: Professional guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities are appreciated for good service.
Not included: Lunch
Not included: Drinks are not provided. Bring plenty of water.
Not included: Transportation to/from attractions
Not included: Parking Tag not included. Contact us or purchase here: www.recreation.gov/activitypass/AP2510

Itinerary

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

3 hours

Enjoy a gentle stroll in a quiet part of the Park. You'll walk along a beautiful river, see several small cascades, and explore a remain of a town that used to sit in this area. Perfect for families, seniors and large groups as well as couples looking for an easy introduction to the Smokies

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We meet clients under the flagpole. Here, you can purchase your parking tag at one of the convenient kiosks.

End point

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.

Using your ticket

Gratuities are appreciated for good service. Industry recommendation is 10% - 20%
Company: A Walk in the Woods
Prior to your trip please contact us with your local contact information. You can call phone# 865-436-8283
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Minimum numbers apply.
Tours operate rain or shine
Ponchos or rain jacket highly recommended

Parking Tag not included. Contact us or purchase here: www.recreation.gov/activitypass/AP2510

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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.