Douglas Lake View Scenic Helicopter Tour
Overview
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The Lake View Tour is a wonderful way to get your feet wet while experiencing a helicopter flight in the Smokies. Douglas Lake covers more than 28,000 acres across three counties and has over 500 miles of shoreline. This flight will carry you over the French Broad River toward Douglas Dam and up to the edge of Mountain Cove Marina. On clear days there are beautiful panoramic views of the Great Smoky Mountains in the distance.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Scenic Helicopter Tours
Our Lake View flight will extend you past the French Broad River and take you out to Douglas Lake. Douglas Lake is a 33,000 acre man-made lake with over 450 miles of shoreline. This flight will get you up to 1500 feet in altitude, allowing you to get a superb view of the Great Smoky Mountains towards the South. Along the route you will see areas of farmland and quilt-like patterns of pastures. As you get closer to Douglas Lake you will fly next to Douglas Dam. On most days you are able to see the Plateau off to the Northwest that divides Tennessee and Kentucky. Includes River Ride points of interest you may see along the way: English Mountain, Boat / Jet Ski Rental Areas, Fishing / Camping and Kyker Korn Maze which is (seasonal).
What‘s Included
Professional Guide/Pilot
6-10 minute Helicopter Flight with Douglas Lake Views
DVD (available to purchase)
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Maximum weight per person 300LB
For groups of three (3) passengers, total passenger weight must not exceed 600LB.
Options
Douglas Lake Flight
12 mile Douglas Lake View fight will departs on time. Please arrive 15 minutes early. The flight requires 2 travelers min.
Reviews
190 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Really fun helicopter ride - a must do when you’re in the area.
Travis F,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We are really glad we booked this trip. It definitely exceeded our expectations as our pilot Nick was an expert flying us over Lake Douglas. My wife was nervous about going up in a chopper, but it was so smooth and safe. Do not do one of the really cheap trips as they are very short. Opt for one of the longer ones as it is totally worth your money. Would definitely do it again next time we’re here.
I went on a helicopter ride. The same trip as I did the day before.
G978DCbeckyt,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00I wanted to cancel it but it would refund me my money. I thought I was going on a different helicopter ride but it was the same company as the day before. I don’t think it’s fair that you don’t get to see who you are going with until you purchase the tickets. I will never do this again.
Amazing staff pilot was...
Karizma C,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing staff pilot was friendly and knowledgeable did not break the bank in Cost for a fun experience
Senic tour
Deborah W,Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00First time in a helicopter! Greatest ever experience, thanks to Taylor and Nick. I would recommend this to everyone! Prices were really great!
Great experience!
sarahL4993BR,Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was our family's first helicopter tour and it was fantastic! Our pilot, Philip, was great! He was friendly and helped calm my nerves. We were able to see some beautiful views of the changing leaves in the fall. The tour was super easy to book online.
Amazing
C2535IVjuneh,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00First time in a helicopter and it was amazing. The pilot was very informative and answered every question I asked. Which was alot. Will definitely do again and a longer trip 😄
So much fun!
sandrab4232017,Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was so fun. The pilot was great to point out what we were seeing. The view of the mountains and lake from the helicopter was beautiful. Check in was easy and the staff were all helpful.
Great but pricey
X4819CWbenm,Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00My wife and I wanted to have a date where we did something different. She had suggested this, and I said let’s do it. We paid $180 for a 6 minute tour, which was fine because we would have paid that anyways on our date. I will say it did its job, because we said next time we want to spend more to do a longer tour. We will be back.
Riding a Helo.
paulrV5479OA,Aug 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a short ride but a great experience. When in the area you all should take a ride. Seeing the beautiful landscape from sky is breathtaking.
Absolutely amazing and affordable
J8400NGlisaw,Mar 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everyone was so amazing and friendly! We did the river tour and next time we will do longer! They explained everything well, they took affordable pictures with great quality and again all the guys were soo nice! Absolutely recommend and will be back when we vacation in future
From US$55.00
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