CampgroundBlack bear watchers
68CP
Tennessee · 5 ranked
Best campgrounds near Great Smoky Mountains National Park
A ranked view of every campground and RV park we track near Great Smoky Mountains National Park, scored on view, comfort, family, remoteness, RV suitability, value and booking difficulty.
Editor's picks
Ranked by Camping Points
- 1Gatlinburg RV Resort72CP
Gatlinburg, TN · Check availability
- 2Deep Creek Campground70CP
Bryson City, NC · Good last-minute odds
- 3Smokemont Campground69CP
Cherokee, NC · Seasonal demand
- 4Cades Cove Campground68CP
Townsend, TN · Often books early
- 5Elkmont Campground66CP
Gatlinburg, TN · Often books early
FAQ
Which Great Smoky Mountains option scores highest?
Gatlinburg RV Resort tops this list with an overall Camping Points Score of 72/100.
When should I book?
Peak-season sites often open 6 months in advance and fill within minutes. Shoulder-season trips leave much more room for spontaneous plans.
How is this list ranked?
A weighted blend of view, comfort, family, remote, RV, value and booking difficulty. See methodology.
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