Helicopter Tour: Scenic Douglas Lake Flight

Experience breathtaking island views on the Douglas Lake Helicopter Tour. Fly over Douglas Dam and enjoy stunning sun-glistening views of the water in summer, or marvel at exposed islands and coves in winter. Book now!

Duration: 8 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Douglas Lake - On this tour you will climb to almost 1000 feet. You will see view of the French Broad River, Douglas Lake and Mountain Views in the distance. This is our most popular lake flight.
What's Included
  • Professional Guide/Pilot
  • 8 minute/16 mile Helicopter Flight with Douglas Lake Views
What's Not Included
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • Maximum weight per person 300LB
  • For groups of three (3) passengers, total passenger weight must not exceed 600LB.
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

This elongated helicopter tour of the lakes takes you further than the standard lake-view flight. You’ll soar right over the Douglas Dam, and continue over the lake. In the summertime, you’ll be rewarded with sun-dappled vistas of the waters and the people having fun by the lake. Come winter, when the water levels recede, the revealed islands and coves…

Location
1949 Winfield Dunn Pkwy
Winfield Dunn Parkway
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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B3448jsbrendam
Jul 9, 2024
Super! Amazing! - Amazing experience! Our pilot Ben was very personable and knowledgeable and gave us an enjoyable fun experience! I would highly recommend them!
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Kristy
Jul 6, 2024
Wonderful Douglas Lake Reroute Trip! - We did a reroute of Douglas Lake and it was beautiful. We have two boys, age 4 and 2, and staff was great with them. Jameson was our boarding attendant and took great pictures. He even put his sunglasses on our 4 year old because the sun was in his eyes during pictures. Galen was our pilot and he is definitely one of a kind! We had a smooth ride and he was very informative of the area. He was patient with our boys while they were yelling in the headsets and at the end he gave them some pilot wings. 100% recommend these guys if you are looking for a flight!! Thank you Galen for the awesome experience in the sky and all the staff at Scenic!
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Tamarat2023
Jun 18, 2024
First time - They were great and affordable it was a wonderful experience Andrea was great she called and check on my family and I after the ride and my pilot Scott was amazing
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Karsonb355
May 11, 2024
Ben is a great pilot and Andrew was very nice. - Our pilot Ben was amazing as well as Andrew. We went on the extended lake tour and it was very fun and our pilot was extremely reassuring and friendly.
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Global27203099542
May 2, 2024
Best experience ever - Best experience ever. First I talked with Adrianna. She helped me set everything up. Then there was Braden. He was our loader ( person who helped us get in the helicopter) He was great. He even got a step stool for Andrea who is vertically challenged ( short). He did all the photos and they were great. Then there is Tyler. Our pilot. He was great. He explained different things as we went over it. He made us feel comfortable. Couldn't ask for a better pilot. Then there was Adam. He was inside helping us with shopping ( even though he is a Tennessee fan ROLL TIDE). I had the opportunity to meet the owner and it was like talking to just a worker. He was down to earth. WILL BE BACK AND DEFINITELY RECOMMEND. SCOTT and ANDREA
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Grahamgk7459gj
Apr 11, 2024
So much fun and no long lines - Always wanted a helicopter ride and while on vacation we finally did it. As a small business Owner, I can tell you this place is dialed in really nice. Lots of parking, super friendly staff, the have food and huge selection of beers, I mean a ton of beers! They also had many packages that would allow Just about any person to get a great ride at what they deemed affordable. Not sure? Take a quick ride then go back for more. So much fun and no long lines like all the other attraction's that treat you like livestock.
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Z1424xklydias
Mar 28, 2024
Last minute decision. Well worth it. - On our last day we decided to try this and we we’re so glad we did! JD was amazing. I would definitely recommend him. Thanks for a memorable time. Lydia
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Marget631
Nov 14, 2023
First Timers. Great experience - First time in a Helicopter. Loved the experience. Jesse was an amazing pilot. Beautiful scenery, of the water and Mountains.
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Rachelde5499mo
Nov 4, 2023
I’d do it again in a heartbeat - What an incredible experience! We felt welcomed, safe, and had an amazing tour. Jake was a great pilot and made the experience fun. We had the best pizza ever from the food truck after and was so surprised at how good it was. Thank you Star! ❤️
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Stay48695033998
Oct 20, 2023
My wife wants to go AGAIN! - My wife’s first helo flight! The pilot was great and the attendant wasextremely helpful. I can’t say enough to recommend this place!!
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