Campgrounds in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
10 campgrounds with 929 campsites. 9 of them have no electric hookups.
Ridge upon ridge of forest straddles the border between North Carolina and Tennessee in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. World renowned for its diversity of plant and animal life, the beauty of its ancient mountains, and the quality of its remnants of Southern Appalachian mountain culture, this is America's most visited national park. Plan your visit today!
Description: Recreation.gov.
Campgrounds in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
| Campground | Nearest town | Sites | Electric | Max RV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abram'S Creek Campground | Gatlinburg | 16 | None | 12 ft |
| Balsam Mountain Campground | Cherokee | 43 | None | 24 ft |
| Big Creek Campground (Great Smoky Mountains National Park) | Gatlinburg | 12 | None | 18 ft |
| Cades Cove Campground | Townsend | 161 | None | 42 ft |
| Cataloochee Campground | Waynesville | 27 | None | 34 ft |
| Cosby Campground | Cosby | 157 | None | 30 ft |
| Deep Creek Campground | Bryson City | 92 | None | – |
| Elkmont Campground | Gatlinburg | 211 | None | 35 ft |
| Look Rock Campground | Townsend | 68 | 10 | 48 ft |
| Smokemont Campground | Cherokee | 142 | None | 40 ft |
What to bring to Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Portable power stations
Silent battery power for lights, phones, fans, CPAP machines and 12V fridges.
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Recharge a power station during the day, so it lasts the whole trip.
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More power for RVs and air conditioning. Check the campground's generator hours.
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Frequently asked questions
How many campgrounds are in Great Smoky Mountains National Park?
10 campgrounds with 929 campsites between them.
Do campgrounds in Great Smoky Mountains National Park have electric hookups?
1 of the 10 have at least some electric sites. The rest are dry camping, so bring your own power.