Campsite #C12 at Cades Cove Campground, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN

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Tent Site #C12

7 reviews
Walk-In 6 people
20 ft Back-in
2 no signal
C12
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Campsite #C12 Features: Walk-In access, Back-in parking, Accessible, Fire ring w/ Grill, Picnic Table, Tent Site, Pets Allowed

Campsite Reviews (7)

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@KatieC9331305 · Camped on Jul 3, 2024 at Campsite #C12
This spot is right up on TOP of another site and its so awkward. Its ADA accessible but a decent walk to a bathroom, so just a heads up. Look elsewhere if you can.
@OliviaR461F7BB · Camped on Nov 9, 2023 at Campsite #C12
Cades Cove is easily one of my favorite campgrounds I have ever stayed in. It's remote and quiet and has some of the best views nearby. The entrance is right beside the beginning of the historic scenic loop, which is one of my favorite destinations in the park.
@AndrewK5708668 · Camped on Sep 19, 2023 at Campsite #C12
Great campsite. The very best time to stay if you are a cyclist are the vehicle free days in the summer. Then you can freely bike from your campsite around the loop without having to contend with any traffic.
@AdamS234 · Camped on Dec 1, 2021 at Campsite #C12
I assume it is because I went during the off season / covid related issues. But the majority of buildings in the park seemed to be closed. But other than that it had everything I was looking for. A truly great trip.
@StacyS731 · Camped on Nov 26, 2021 at Campsite #C12
Someone was in our camping spot, we couldn’t get them to move. During the holidays there’s no ranger and no cell service. Paid for something we couldn’t use
@stephens540 · Camped on Jul 20, 2021 at Campsite #C12
We had a fabulous time a bit rainy, that can make a trip more memorable. rode loop on our bikes wish the grist mill had been open to show the kids,
that's the reason we're coming back. Camped near visitors center enjoyed the support offered there. WHY WHY WHY is loop ever opened to private cars. Park needs several glass sided electric buses running on 20 minute pick up drop off with a guide to discuss wild life and the cove history. Guests would get more out of it it would stop the traffic confusion and not pollute the air.
@ChrisB398 · Camped on Apr 8, 2021 at Campsite #C12
The Cove is amazing and beautiful. The campsite is a little crowded, but very well maintained.

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