Campsite #L13 at Elkmont Campground, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN
Campsite #L13
Drive-In | 6 people |
27 ft | Back-in |
2 | fair |







Campsite Reviews (11)
5.0 out of 5
5 star | | 73% |
4 star | | 27% |
3 star | | 0% |
2 star | | 0% |
1 star | | 0% |
Rained every day,
Loved every minute.
The restrooms at Elkmont undergoing a needed fix to the sewage problem turned out to be a minor inconvenience. The porta-potties were kept up. Having a hand washing station next to them was a real benefit. For an evening use of them, one needed a flashlight not just to get to them in darkness but to illuminate the inside to let others know from a distance that they were occupied so they could check out other nearby ones if urgent.
Regarding must-see activities, get to popular spots like the Laurel Falls early since the parking areas fill up quickly, likewise for Cades Cove bicycle rentals, If biking in Cades Cove, be aware that people may be gawking at wildlife that are just off the trail and folks can be blocking your expected path just around the curve: an accident waiting to happen. Take the minimum sight distance curves slowly. This was during a no cars allowed period. The last time I and friends bicycled the loop in 1985 I don't recall seeing as many folks out hiking and biking the loop, so more caution is needed for an enjoyable experience.