Top Tennessee Outdoor Activities

Q: Which Tennessee Outdoor Activities have Instant Confirmation?

Tennessee Outdoor Activities with Instant Confirmation include: 7-Line Zipline Experience in Sevierville Explore the City of Nashville Sightseeing Tour by Golf Cart Upper Pigeon River Rafting Trip from Hartford Murals of Nashville Instagram Tour by Golf Cart Mountaintop Zipline 2-Hours Activity View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which Tennessee Outdoor Activities have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These Tennessee Outdoor Activities include Hotel Pickup: Best of the Smokies: Full-Day Private Guided Adventure The Mountains Are Calling Driving Tour to Newfound Gap Fall Color Quest: Smoky Mountain Fall Foliage Hike Private Bike Taxi Tour: Nashville’s Downtown and Hidden Gems Teen Birthday Extravaganza Private Transportation View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Q: Got any more Tennessee trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked Tennessee Tours. Top 10 Tennessee 2026 Senior-friendly tours Tennessee The best tours and activities for culture lovers in Tennessee Top Day Trips from Tennessee Things to do in Tennessee this summer View all Tennessee Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Tennessee?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in Tennessee are: Tennessee Luxury & Special Occasions Tennessee Luxury Tours Tennessee Tours & Sightseeing Tennessee Cultural & Theme Tours Tennessee City Tours View all tour styles in Tennessee →

The Ocoee River formed naturally without any of the undercuts or sieves present in most waterways. For our rafters that means we can push the …More

Chattanooga, USA

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Middle Ocoee Whitewater Rafting

The Ocoee River formed naturally without any of the undercuts or sieves present in most waterways. For our rafters that means we can push the...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (176)

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$54

Closest rafting to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Family fun for children as young as 3! This trip is an amazing outdoor experience on the 5.5-mile …More

Hartford, USA

4.9 (176)

Lower Pigeon River Rafting Tour

Closest rafting to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Family fun for children as young as 3! This trip is an amazing outdoor experience on the 5.5-mile...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (176)

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$45

Chasing Waterfalls: A Smoky Mountain Guided Hike

Follow the sound of rushing water into one of the Smokies’ most refreshing guided hikes. Chasing Waterfalls is perfect for those chasing cascades, waterfalls, streams, …More

Great Smoky Mountains National Park, USA

4.9 (174)

Chasing Waterfalls: A Smoky Mountain Guided Hike

Follow the sound of rushing water into one of the Smokies’ most refreshing guided hikes. Chasing Waterfalls is perfect for those chasing cascades, waterfalls, streams,...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (174)

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$95

Extended Douglas Lake Region Tour by Helicopter

This Extended Lakes Helicopter flight takes you beyond the lake view flight. You will fly directly over Douglas Dam, and proceed over the lake. In …More

Sevierville, USA

5.0 (161)

Extended Douglas Lake Region Tour by Helicopter

This Extended Lakes Helicopter flight takes you beyond the lake view flight. You will fly directly over Douglas Dam, and proceed over the lake. In...

8 minutes Free Cancellation

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$75

Ridge Runner Smoky Mountain Helicopter Tour

Our Ridge Runner tour is an exciting flyover of the Chilhowee Mountain Range and Bluff Mountain. This scenic helicopter tour starts with a bird’s eye …More

Sevierville, USA

5.0 (146)

Ridge Runner Smoky Mountain Helicopter Tour

Our Ridge Runner tour is an exciting flyover of the Chilhowee Mountain Range and Bluff Mountain. This scenic helicopter tour starts with a bird’s eye...

15 to 18 minutes Free Cancellation

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$159

The Ultimate Back Country Adventure: 4 Hour Can-Am Experience

Go beyond a quick ride with Fisher’s Off-Road Tours’ four-hour Ultimate Tour! Located in Williamsport, approximately one hour from Nashville, this guided experience puts you …More

Franklin, USA

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The Ultimate Back Country Adventure: 4 Hour Can-Am Experience

Go beyond a quick ride with Fisher’s Off-Road Tours’ four-hour Ultimate Tour! Located in Williamsport, approximately one hour from Nashville, this guided experience puts you...

4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (140)

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$299

Sightseeing in the “high elevations” of the Great Smoky Mountains can be an experience that won’t soon be forgotten. We travel past the Appalachian Trail …More

Gatlinburg, USA

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High Points Driving Tour

Sightseeing in the “high elevations” of the Great Smoky Mountains can be an experience that won’t soon be forgotten. We travel past the Appalachian Trail...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$60

Waterfall Wonders Hiking Tour with Brewery Stop from Nashville

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 …More

Nashville, USA

5.0 (110)

Waterfall Wonders Hiking Tour with Brewery Stop from Nashville

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...

5 to 6 hours Free Cancellation

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$110

The Smoky Mountain Valley Adventure by Helicopter

A popular tour with visitors wanting to see more of the area's natural beauty. This tour offers views of Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, and Bluff Mountain. …More

Sevierville, USA

4.9 (89)

The Smoky Mountain Valley Adventure by Helicopter

A popular tour with visitors wanting to see more of the area's natural beauty. This tour offers views of Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, and Bluff Mountain....

12 to 15 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (89)

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$110

The Back Country Splash: 3 Hour Side-by-Side Adventure

Take the wheel and make a splash with Fisher’s Off-Road Tours! Just an hour from Nashville in Williamsport, Tennessee, this three-hour guided ride takes you …More

Franklin, USA

5.0 (84)

The Back Country Splash: 3 Hour Side-by-Side Adventure

Take the wheel and make a splash with Fisher’s Off-Road Tours! Just an hour from Nashville in Williamsport, Tennessee, this three-hour guided ride takes you...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (84)

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$269

Nashville Pub Crawl Golf Game by Golf Cart

Joyride’s Bar Golf is a recreational drinking game involving a selection of five bars, predetermined drinks based on how well you putt, penalty list for …More

Nashville, USA

4.9 (84)

Nashville Pub Crawl Golf Game by Golf Cart

Joyride’s Bar Golf is a recreational drinking game involving a selection of five bars, predetermined drinks based on how well you putt, penalty list for...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$62

Downtown Nashville Shopping Tour by Golf Cart

The Nashville Tour is a special 3-hour shopping tour by golf cart throughout Music City. This tour will hit up some of Nashville’s buzz worthy …More

Nashville, USA

4.8 (81)

Downtown Nashville Shopping Tour by Golf Cart

The Nashville Tour is a special 3-hour shopping tour by golf cart throughout Music City. This tour will hit up some of Nashville’s buzz worthy...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (81)

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$113

Scenic Helicopter Tour of Wears Valley, Tennessee

Fly over one of Sevier County’s most beautiful areas…Wears Valley. This Wears Valley/ Pigeon Forge Helicopter Tours heads straight for the mountains and brings you …More

Sevierville, USA

5.0 (78)

Scenic Helicopter Tour of Wears Valley, Tennessee

Fly over one of Sevier County’s most beautiful areas…Wears Valley. This Wears Valley/ Pigeon Forge Helicopter Tours heads straight for the mountains and brings you...

18 to 23 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (78)

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$199

Raccoon Mountain Caverns: Crystal Palace Walking Tours

The Crystal Palace Tour is a 45-55 minute guided walking tour through the first 1/4 mile of the cave. This section of the cave has …More

Chattanooga, USA

4.9 (76)

Raccoon Mountain Caverns: Crystal Palace Walking Tours

The Crystal Palace Tour is a 45-55 minute guided walking tour through the first 1/4 mile of the cave. This section of the cave has...

45 minutes Free Cancellation

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$32

Chickamauga Dam Lock Kayak Tour by Chattanooga Guided Adventures

Locking through the dam is a great break from the ordinary. You wait as the massive gates to the lock open, and the boats heading …More

Chattanooga, USA

5.0 (75)

Chickamauga Dam Lock Kayak Tour by Chattanooga Guided Adventures

Locking through the dam is a great break from the ordinary. You wait as the massive gates to the lock open, and the boats heading...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (75)

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$86

River Magic: An Easy Smoky Mountain Guided Walk

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 …More

Great Smoky Mountains National Park, USA

5.0 (48)

River Magic: An Easy Smoky Mountain Guided Walk

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...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (48)

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$109

Smoky Mountain Sevierville Dolly Tour & Foliage from Pigeon Forge

This is the ONLY tour that goes to the cabin on Locust Ridge, near where Dolly Parton was born—a rare glimpse into her humble beginnings. …More

Pigeon Forge, USA

5.0 (46)

Smoky Mountain Sevierville Dolly Tour & Foliage from Pigeon Forge

This is the ONLY tour that goes to the cabin on Locust Ridge, near where Dolly Parton was born—a rare glimpse into her humble beginnings....

6 to 8 hours

5.0 (46)

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$135

Private/High Adventure Whitewater Rafting Tour With Shore Snack

Ready for the next level in whitewater rafting or just looking for a personal trip? Jump in a Puma raft with one of our senior …More

Chattanooga, USA

5.0 (39)

Private/High Adventure Whitewater Rafting Tour With Shore Snack

Ready for the next level in whitewater rafting or just looking for a personal trip? Jump in a Puma raft with one of our senior...

5 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (39)

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$115

Hop on our Golf Cart Brewery & Distillery Tour for an unforgettable Nashville tasting adventure! This unique tour takes you to the heart of downtown's …More

Nashville, USA

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Brewery and Distillery Golf Cart Tour

Hop on our Golf Cart Brewery & Distillery Tour for an unforgettable Nashville tasting adventure! This unique tour takes you to the heart of downtown's...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (39)

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$60

Foxfire Adventure Park in Sevierville, Tennessee, invites outdoor enthusiasts to explore exhilarating zip line courses set against the stunning backdrop of the Great Smoky Mountains. …More

Sevierville, USA

5.0 (38)

7 Line Waterfall Canopy Zipline Course

Foxfire Adventure Park in Sevierville, Tennessee, invites outdoor enthusiasts to explore exhilarating zip line courses set against the stunning backdrop of the Great Smoky Mountains....

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$110

Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool Shore Excursions customers' questions.

What are the best options for Tennessee Outdoor Activities?

What are the best kid-friendly options for Tennessee Outdoor Activities Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly Tennessee Outdoor Activities are:

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Which Tennessee Outdoor Activities have Instant Confirmation?

Which Tennessee Outdoor Activities have Free Cancellation?

Tennessee Outdoor Activities with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

I need a ride! Which Tennessee Outdoor Activities have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more Tennessee trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Tennessee?