Get your heart racing on the Middle Ocoee River with Bigfoot Outfitters’ whitewater rafting trips. This three-hour adventure offers thrilling rapids and stunning scenery, guided by experts dedicated to safety. Perfect for adrenaline junkies and nature lovers alike, this trip is a true Tennessee highlight.
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Difficulty
challenging
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good physical condition, able to paddle and hold on during rapid sections.
Wildlife
History
The Ocoee River gained fame nationally after hosting torch relay events during the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, a testament to its rugged beauty and challenge.
Conservation
Bigfoot Outfitters actively participates in river cleanup initiatives and promotes Leave No Trace principles to preserve this wild landscape.
Bigfoot Outfitters
Get your heart racing on the Middle Ocoee River with Bigfoot Outfitters’ whitewater rafting trips. This three-hour adventure offers thrilling rapids and stunning scenery, guided by experts dedicated to safety. Perfect for adrenaline junkies and nature lovers alike, this trip is a true Tennessee highlight.
Bigfoot Outfitters is an outdoor lodging and adventure operator based in Benton, Tennessee, offering cabin rentals, RV and camping sites, and guided river rafting trips on the Ocoee River. The property features sustainably renovated cabins, a covered pavilion, a nine-hole Frisbee Golf course, outdoor fire pits, a bathhouse with hot showers, and on-site services including a gift shop and summer cafe.
Lodging options include the Yowie Cabin and Yeti Cabin for couples, the Sasquatch Cabin for groups of four to six, two guest rooms at The Lodge accommodating up to six guests each, and pull-through RV Site Three with full hookups for rigs up to 50 feet. Camping choices range from riverside primitive sites to designated group camping areas with picnic tables and restored facilities.
Bigfoot Outfitters operates both Middle Ocoee River rafting trips (a three-hour experience on class I–IV rapids) and Full Ocoee River trips (over ten miles of whitewater including historic Olympic rapids). Professional guides provide safety gear and guided experiences. The combination of varied lodging, direct river access, on-site recreation, and clearly described amenities supports dependable planning and an outdoor-focused guest experience.
Location
Benton, TN
Gateway to the Ocoee River
Property Size
26 acres
Scenic grounds and recreation
On-Site Activities
Rafting & Disc Golf
Family-friendly recreation options
Lodging Options
Cabins, RV, Camping
Choices for couples to groups
Reserve cabins, RV sites, camping, or a guided Middle or Full Ocoee River rafting trip — availability fills quickly for peak season.
Wear quick-drying clothing
Dressing in moisture-wicking layers will keep you comfortable after getting wet.
Bring waterproof camera protection
Secure your camera or phone with waterproof gear to capture the action without risk.
Listen carefully to guides’ instructions
Guides will provide essential safety tips—pay close attention for a smooth ride.
Be prepared for splashes
Expect to get wet, so pack a quick-dry towel and change of clothes if desired.
Quick-dry clothing
Keeps you comfortable when splashed and helps dry quickly after the trip.
summer
Wetsuit or wetsuit top
Provides extra warmth during colder months or when water levels are high.
winter
Secure waterproof camera
Capture your trip without risking water damage.
Secure footwear
Sturdy, closed-toe shoes with good grip prevent slips during the paddle.