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Elkmont
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Booking Window: 6 months
Available Tonight: 107
Available this Weekend: 17
Booking Window: 6 months
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Elkmont Campground, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Elkmont Campground is part of Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee (1 hr 17 min southeast of Knoxville, TN) with an elevation of 2,150 feet. There are a total of 211 campsites including 51 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid March to the end of November. 160 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 12 and 54 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. 3 sites have electric hookups. Prices start at $30.00 per night. Some amenities include drinking water, restroom, amphitheater, firewood, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
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Campsite Reviews (1506)
4.3 out of 5
| 5 star | 58% | |
| 4 star | 23% | |
| 3 star | 11% | |
| 2 star | 4% | |
| 1 star | 2% |
@SeanK6245487 · Camped on Sep 5, 2025 at Campsite #F5
Terrible. Dont reserve this beautiful riverside campsite. (Leave it free for me to reserve all year round!)
@RobertE4617436 · Camped on Sep 3, 2025 at Campsite #G23
The grounds were clean and the facilities clean. However, I was in G23, the tent pad flooded and I had to move. Afterwards it was apparent that the site floods often. Not sure how the staff couldn't have known that and suggested I move to a site near G23, all of which were available.
@DarrickBCA580F · Camped on Sep 2, 2025 at Campsite #K16
No soap in several of the mens restrooms. Many lights in and around bathrooms were burnt out.
@NanL15C03F6885 · Camped on Aug 31, 2025 at Campsite #N3
Good place for stay and visit this park, save your time for in & out everyday, if you stay outside the park.
@GingerM00FEDAC · Camped on Aug 29, 2025 at Campsite #C10
Easy booking process online. Great email communication before arrival. Quick check in with knowledgeable staff. Beautiful camping area and campsites! Clean restrooms. Near the river and trails. Quiet hours are enforced.
@Elizabeth20437 · Camped on Aug 29, 2025 at Campsite #J9
Highly recommend! Beautiful, quiet, clean, and shady spots.
@GiannaG7833105 · Camped on Aug 29, 2025 at Campsite #B29
Amazing Campground!
@MaryH1910665 · Camped on Aug 27, 2025 at Campsite #G19
The campground is a beautiful mountain campground. Most sites are big and roomy. However, the upkeep of their roads is terrible. The pavement is very broken and uneven with lots of very large potholes that are extremely dangerous for bicycle as well as damaging your vehicle. Please consider a total resurfacing project.
@JamesH5225020 · Camped on Aug 24, 2025 at Campsite #C1
We went at the perfect time of year not having ac was not an issue at all it was mid 60s and low 70s night and day easy boondocking an rv here with restrooms close by plenty of shades and hikes easy to disconnect from the world put away your phones and enjoy the sounds of the river we will be back next year for the full week in Elkmont
@AnthonyG514442 · Camped on Aug 23, 2025 at Campsite #G6
I went tent camping, and couldn't really feel like I got settled in. Was there for 4 nights and each meal you have to unload and load coolers and cooking equipment. It honestly had to be the worst state park i stayed at. Bathrooms were minimal. They dont supply hand soap or hot water. NO SHOWERS!The camp store is a scam. $10 for wood thats typically $5 and ice was $5 for a bag thats typically $1.50 None of the sites have water or electricity. The sites weren't maintained. Lots of over growth and moss to the point I had to assume were the tent pad was.The workers are not friendly. They speed through the campground on the karts at a dangerous speed. It was a convenient location but not worth the inconvenience.
@LoriB2407943 · Camped on Aug 23, 2025 at Campsite #B11
Definitely check out Daisy Town, Spences Cabin and Millionaire Row!
@ChazP6C35D2CAB · Camped on Aug 23, 2025 at Campsite #H1
Elkmont holds a special place in my heartI came here countless times as a kid, and the nostalgia keeps drawing me back year after year. In my opinion, its the best campground in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.The only drawback is its popularity. Its often crowded, and depending on your site, you might end up near neighbors who are a little too loud. Thats why I always try to snag a spot along the Little River. I have my favorites, but I wont give them awayotherwise you might beat me to them next time!The massive boulders scattered along the river create natural artistry, and when the Smoky Mountain fog rises, the whole scene feels almost otherworldly. The area is surrounded by excellent hikes, as well as the historic Elkmont homes, cemetery, and more.Personally, I like to stay one or two nights here before moving on to explore other campgroundsSmokemont, Cades Cove, Abrams, Cosby, and beyond. Thats the joy of Overlanding for me: each site has its own unique flavor.Theres so much to see and do in this corner of the Smokiesmake sure to wander, explore, and let Elkmonts charm sink deep into your memory.
@DavidW7736336 · Camped on Aug 22, 2025 at Campsite #B33
Great campsite, quiet but not too remote. Good facilities within walking distance.
@DannyM5743726 · Camped on Aug 22, 2025 at Campsite #A14
Our time at Elkmont was very good the rangers that worked there and the whole staff were very helpful and had very good information about the area. We will definitely come back.
@DannyM5743726 · Camped on Aug 22, 2025 at Campsite #A14
Our time at Elkmont was very good the rangers that worked there and the whole staff were very helpful and had very good information about the area. We will definitely come back.
@GeoffreyOBA5D2 · Camped on Aug 21, 2025 at Campsite #J8
Love this campground!
@RachelH3398655 · Camped on Aug 20, 2025 at Campsite #G4
Its a family tradition
@RachelH3398655 · Camped on Aug 20, 2025 at Campsite #G4
Its a family tradition
@KatS625F4CA4B5 · Camped on Aug 19, 2025 at Campsite #F12
Smoky is a beautiful park but crowded. Elkmont is popular but campsite spacing is great. Downside is no showers & bathrooms are constantly wet. Waterfalls are all spectacular but trails were very busy. Gatlinburg also didn't offer me much as I came for nature, not tourist attractions.
@LindaS8448936 · Camped on Aug 13, 2025 at Campsite #G15
Tent camped in Section G and found the area very peaceful and quiet. Regarding phone service or lack thereof, I did discover you can go to the Maloney Point Overlook just past the Laurel Falls Parking area and get a signal (about 3 miles from campground).
@RoseSF44AA74D1 · Camped on Aug 10, 2025 at Campsite #L14
Absolutely gorgeous site, loved the campground.
@SusanH8664991 · Camped on Aug 9, 2025 at Campsite #G7
Our favorite campground in the Smokies. We have always enjoyed our stay and wish we didnt have to go home. The campsite and the bathrooms are clean. The hostess is quick to handle issues.Thank you!
@PhilipE3DDF3FD · Camped on Aug 8, 2025 at Campsite #J4
Elkmont is a great place. We always enjoy being there. The tall trees and closeness to the Little River Trail and big pluses.
@NormanP7202651 · Camped on Aug 8, 2025 at Campsite #D13
It was a wonderful place to take children and explore nature
@BarryL41106087 · Camped on Aug 8, 2025 at Campsite #N7
Great time at Elkmont,we love the trails, daisy town and the river. I do wish the restrooms were better taken care of.
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