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Smokemont Campground

142 sitesNo hookupsPets OKRVs to 40 ft

Smokemont Campground is a 142-site campground in Great Smoky Mountains National Park near Cherokee, North Carolina. There are no electric hookups, so plan to bring your own power.

Location
Cherokee, NC · Map and directions
Campsites
142 (44 RV)
Electric
There are no electric hookups
Water / sewer
No water hookups listed
Max RV length
40 ft
Pets
Allowed at most sites (leash required)
Campfires
Allowed in fire rings, subject to fire restrictions
Reservations
Recreation.gov
Phone
(828) 497-9270

About Smokemont Campground

Situated in the stunning Great Smoky Mountains National Park, this campsite offers an ideal setting to enjoy the outdoors. Ridge upon ridge of forest straddles the border between North Carolina and Tennessee in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Description: Recreation.gov. Conditions change, so check the official page before you go.

What to bring to Smokemont Campground

Portable power stations

Silent battery power for lights, phones, fans, CPAP machines and 12V fridges.

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Foldable solar panels

Recharge a power station during the day, so it lasts the whole trip.

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Quiet inverter generators

More power for RVs and air conditioning. Check the campground's generator hours.

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12V portable fridges

No ice runs. Runs off a car socket or a power station.

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Rotomolded coolers

Keeps ice for days at sites with no power.

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Family camping tents

Room for everyone plus gear.

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Rooftop tents

Sleep off the ground on top of your car or truck.

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Self-inflating sleeping pads

The cheapest way to sleep better in a tent.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Smokemont Campground have electric hookups?

There are no electric hookups. Campers bring portable power stations or generators where allowed.

Can I reserve a site at Smokemont Campground?

Yes, through Recreation.gov. Popular dates book up months ahead.

How big an RV fits at Smokemont Campground?

The longest site takes vehicles up to 40 feet. Many sites are shorter, so check the individual site before booking.

Are dogs allowed at Smokemont Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at most sites. Keep them on a leash and never leave them unattended.