Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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Cades Cove
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Cades Cove Campground, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Cades Cove Campground is part of Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee (1 hr 7 min southeast of Knoxville, TN) with an elevation of 1,807 feet. Cades Cove Campground is rated 4.4 stars from 1,740 reviews. There are a total of 161 campsites including 27 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 130 sites can accommodate RVs between 20 and 80 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 2 sites have electric hookups. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Some amenities include drinking water, dump station, general store, restroom, trash dumpster, amphitheater, ice, and flush toilets. Activities include fishing, horseback riding and hiking trails.
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Campsite Reviews (2502)
4.4 out of 5
| 5 star | 61% | |
| 4 star | 22% | |
| 3 star | 9% | |
| 2 star | 4% | |
| 1 star | 2% |
@DianaKA913AF93 · Camped on Mar 8, 2026 at Campsite #C50
Great site, clean restrooms, and friendly staff.
@RanjitKF8131E7 · Camped on Mar 6, 2026 at Campsite #C36
It was a great experience, I would like to go again. Safe family trip and love the area , nice loop trip but we did not see any bear. Great maintenance of rest rooms, quiet time and I will go again!
@JohnB8383631 · Camped on Mar 3, 2026 at Campsite #C37
Nice, simple site in a great location to get away from the crowds and explore Cades Cove. Nice to have flush toilets available, albeit in a bit worn-out bathroom. The soap dispenser was empty but we were there in very early season. Have stayed before and hope to make it back again.
@JohnW4841416 · Camped on Mar 3, 2026 at Campsite #C35
loved it
@GregoryC315681 · Camped on Feb 28, 2026 at Campsite #C58
Cades Cove campground is one of my favorites and been coming here for years. It's usually crowded, but still has a nice and usually quiet feel to it. I do wish the campground host would round more often and enforce the generator rule though. The back area is supposed to be generator free however there the people next to me had there's running wide open for several hours that evening. They finally shut it off way after dark. So much for peace and quiet.
@Chandraka8DC2D · Camped on Feb 21, 2026 at Campsite #C38
Quiet, peaceful, secured.
@StanleyH7EFFB2 · Camped on Feb 18, 2026 at Campsite #C44
Had a great time at Cades Cove Campground February 18. The weather was mild but just cool enough to enjoy cooking over the campfire The campground was well maintained and crews were busy cleaning up fallen trees from the previous winter storm. Since it was February the crowd was small so I took a lap around the loop. I got to see some impressive bucks enjoying a late season rut. Im very blessed to live within an hour of this magnificent park.
@KeithT6697024 · Camped on Feb 14, 2026 at Campsite #C39
Very nice, freshwater available at the dump site if you are an RV. There are toilets that flush. Very pretty and Convenient to Cades Cove. Literally right at the entrance. We will visit again. Fire pits at each site with grill.
@patrickc406034 · Camped on Feb 13, 2026 at Campsite #C60
The sites are very close together with little vegetation between them. Also only one bathroom with two toilets serving 70ish sites, that are mostly occupied by people stopping in before they drive the cades cove loop. Bathrooms also have NO HAND SOAP because our park is free . The camping is not free and our state parks are free as well and somehow manage to be amazing. Worst and most bootleg park Ive ever been to, wish I hadnt have gone
@Christina61525 · Camped on Feb 9, 2026 at Campsite #C54
Came during the off season and were one of just a few campsites occupied! Rangers were excellent and the sites clean. Bathroom didn't have hand soap which was a first in all our trips, but not sure if that is normal. Also there is an outlet in bathroom but no electric to it. Long drive from anywhere to get to, but worth it with the quietness and escape from all things city! Will return again!
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@EvaM58508DD2FF · Camped on Feb 8, 2026 at Campsite #C47
Despite work crews doing some tree trimming and removal, the campground was peaceful and quiet. We love being there this time of year when there is no tree foliage, and the views are expansive. We almost had the campground to ourselves. This is a favorite place to stay, and we were happy to discover how much we like Winter camping there.
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@JohnT2915386 · Camped on Jan 18, 2026 at Campsite #C57
What a great experience, not sure Ive camped in a more amazing campground. The access to so many trails and then the scenic Cades Cove Loop. My family has been to the Smoky Mountains numerous times. This was a solo trip and it was so serene and rejuvenating. Ive driven the loop but riding (and walking at times) is so such a more awe inspiring way to take in the beauty and enjoy nature at its finest. Great campsite, and the Park Rangers were pleasant. While I wish the Camp Store was open it didnt detract from tent camping and completely enjoying the park. The nights were majestic and spiritual, the sky was alit with so many stars and constellations. Again, what a great experience and campground, especially in mid-late January.
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@LuisP56B20F7A0 · Camped on Jan 17, 2026 at Campsite #C44
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay! Campground was clean, the nearby rangers were very kind and helpful, and the hiking was fun. I cant wait to come back in May!!!
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@DanL7708727 · Camped on Jan 17, 2026 at Campsite #C33
Cades cove campground is an excellent place to camp if youre looking to get away. We like to camp semi primitive. We dont need power or water but like having a bathroom and this place was great. Lots of hiking trails and walking distance to the famous cafes cove loop.
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@HollyV434AAE31 · Camped on Jan 16, 2026 at Campsite #C36
We got engaged while camping at Cades Cove so we're a little biased! Larry was fully of wonderful insights when we checked in. Can't wait to come back when it's a little warmer.
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@SteveS6334481 · Camped on Jan 13, 2026 at Campsite #C11
Site and restrooms were very clean. The only issue was the firepit was pretty full, which we cleaned out as best we could. That is understandable given the time of year and the current administration's lack of adequate funding to the NPS.
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@KennethK904423 · Camped on Jan 11, 2026 at Campsite #C2
Nice quiet little campground. The nature was A+.
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@GloriaR56F02BA · Camped on Jan 8, 2026 at Campsite #C9
Great campground, good trails close by.
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@AmyB6929249 · Camped on Dec 31, 2025 at Campsite #C56
For winter off season camping and as long as youre experienced and prepared to be completely self sufficient youll have a great time. Staff and law enforcement were out and visible throughout the day and night. Campground was clean. Staff was friendly.
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@HeatherH640042 · Camped on Dec 29, 2025 at Campsite #C37
Beautiful scenery, excellent location near the Cades Cove Loop, clean bathrooms, and friendly rangers. We were here over the holidays, and even though the park was packed with visitors, the campground was peaceful and relaxing.
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@PaulG9606243 · Camped on Dec 26, 2025 at Campsite #C57
wonderful hiking all around the campground.
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@JaredU54CEEAAD · Camped on Dec 3, 2025 at Campsite #C61
The camp ground was very well kept and clean. Easy to travel to town and other near by cities. The Loup drive and hiking trails are amazing!!!
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@MicheleMB6A3A7 · Camped on Nov 27, 2025 at Campsite #C32
We enjoy Cades Cove Campground . The staff are are friendly. The sites are always in great shape and clean . The bathrooms are always clean and stay stocked . I always recommend Cades Cove Campground to everyone .
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@AngelaRB582423 · Camped on Nov 26, 2025 at Campsite #C62
We had the best time tent camping at Cade's Cove Campground. The bathrooms were clean and warm. We will definitely be back next year at the same time.
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