RV parkBig rigs
72CP
Tennessee · 5 ranked campgrounds
Best campgrounds near Great Smoky Mountains National Park
America's most-visited national park. Free entry, no reservations at many campgrounds and endless southern-Appalachian ridge lines.
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
Best for every kind of trip
Getting oriented
Cades Cove for wildlife and history. Elkmont for the classic Little River base. Smokemont on the North Carolina side for quiet.
FAQ
When should I book a campground near Great Smoky Mountains?
Peak-season sites often open 6 months in advance and fill within minutes. Shoulder-season trips give you more flexibility and better score-to-price ratios.
Which Great Smoky Mountains campground is best for RVs?
Gatlinburg RV Resort scores highest on the RV category (92/100) thanks to full hookups and big-rig access.
What's the best family-friendly option?
Cades Cove Campground tops the family score at 88/100, with safe layout and amenities that make short trips easier.
How is the Camping Points Score calculated?
A weighted 0–100 blend of view, comfort, family, remote, RV, value and booking scores. See methodology.
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