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. 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 culture, this is America's most visited national park.
The group site has its own page: Smokemont Group Camp.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 98 |
| RV, no hookups | 44 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
142 sites in 4 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A001 | Loop A | Standard | Back-in | 26 | Paved | Full | No | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| A002 | Loop A | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Full | No | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| A003 | Loop A | Standard | Back-in | 24 | Paved | Full | No | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| A004 | Loop A | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Full | No | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| A005 | Loop A | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Full | No | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| A006 | Loop A | Standard | Back-in | 46 | Paved | Partial | No | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| A007 | Loop A | Standard | Back-in | 49 | Paved | Partial | No | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| B001 | Loop B & C | Standard | Back-in | 42 | Paved | Partial | No | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| B002 | Loop B & C | Standard | Back-in | 34 | Paved | Partial | No | 6 / 2 | Yes | ||
| B003 | Loop B & C | Standard | Back-in | 32 | Paved | Partial | No | 6 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Fees | Individual Campsites: A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). |
| Accessibility | Sites B026, B028, B033, D035 and 3 more are listed accessible |
Smokemont Campground offers an unforgettable outdoor experience with the added convenience of flush toilets, drinking water and sinks. There are campsites for tents as well as RVs available, and tent pads, grills and fire rings are provided. There is also a flat, grassy area that is perfect for group activities like football, volleyball, or simply soaking up the sun.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
There is no street address for the campground. From Cherokee, NC: Take Newfound Gap Road (aka US 441) North 6 miles. Turn right at campground sign. From Gatlinburg, TN: Take Newfound Gap Road (aka US 441) South 27 miles. Turn left at campground sign.
| Nearest town | Cherokee, North Carolina |
| Coordinates | 35.5564° N, 83.3116° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- But hiking is not the only reason for visiting the Smokies: Fishing, picnicking, wildlife viewing and auto touring are also popular activities.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 0.5 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Bryson City Outdoors ↗ | 11.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | A&L RV Sales ↗ | 33 mi |
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Smokemont Campground in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside National Forests in North Carolina.
- inNational Forests in North Carolina ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 3,026,237 acres
- 0.8 miCherokee National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,228,298 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Oconaluftee Baptist ChurchBuilding · Cherokee · 0.3 mi
- Messer BarnBuilding · Gatlinburg · 10.2 mi
- Clingmans Dome Observation TowerStructure · Bryson City · 10.5 mi
Natural features
Smokemont Campground is surrounded by picturesque mountain ranges, with pristine mountain streams and rivers setting the backdrop for your camping adventure. Whether blanketed in spring wildflowers or vivid fall colors, the scenery at Smokemont never disappoints. At 2,200 feet, Smokemont provides a moderate climate, characterized by mild winters and hot, humid summers. Great Smoky Mountains National Park preserves a rich cultural history of Southern Appalachia. From the prehistoric Paleo Indians to the early European settlements in the 1800s, the park strives to protect its historic structures, landscapes and artifacts that tell the stories of the people who once called these mountains home.
Recreation
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a hiker's paradise, offering over 800 miles of maintained trails ranging from short, leg-stretchers to strenuous treks, with a number of those trails easily accessible from the picnic area. Campers can enjoy high-quality backcountry fishing in the cool waters of the countless streams and rivers that snake through the mountains, with trout available in abundance. The nearby Bradley Fork River provides a great place to go for a dip or fish for trout. Wildlife viewing is a popular pastime, and with around 1,500 bears living in the park, it's not uncommon for visitors to spot one. The park is a sanctuary for a magnificent array of animal and plant life, all of which is protected for future generations to enjoy. The park also holds one of the best collections of log buildings in the eastern United States. Over 90 historic structures, including houses, barns, outbuildings, churches, schools and grist mills, have been preserved or rehabilitated in the park.
Nearby
The Museum of the Cherokee Indian, Oconaluftee Indian Village and Qualla Arts and Crafts Mutual, located 6 miles away in Cherokee, North Carolina, provides cultural and historical information about the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. Cherokee also has fuel.
Guidebooks for Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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- Fly Fishing Guide to Great Smoky Mountains National ParkIan Rutter and Charity Rutter, 2024Find at Bookshop.org
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Smokemont Campground?
Sites at Smokemont Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Smokemont Campground?
Individual Campsites: A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation).
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Smokemont Campground?
Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Smokemont Campground have?
142 sites, including 98 standard sites without power and 44 RV sites without hookups.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Smokemont Campground?
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Smokemont Campground have hookups?
Yes, electric hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Smokemont Campground?
Smokemont Campground offers an unforgettable outdoor experience with the added convenience of flush toilets, drinking water and sinks.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Smokemont Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Smokemont Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Smokemont Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Smokemont Campground?
Sites B026, B028, B033, and D035 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 7 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Smokemont Campground?
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a hiker's paradise, offering over 800 miles of maintained trails ranging from short, leg-stretchers to strenuous treks, with a number of those trails easily accessible from the picnic area. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Smokemont Campground?
Cherokee, North Carolina. The Museum of the Cherokee Indian, Oconaluftee Indian Village and Qualla Arts and Crafts Mutual, located 6 miles away in Cherokee, North Carolina, provides cultural and historical information about the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.
Source: Getting there