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Elkmont Campground

Great Smoky Mountains National Park · Gatlinburg, TN

Operating window: Mar 1 – Nov 30 · Verify current status with the operator before traveling

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220

Total Sites

2,150 ft

Elevation

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40 ft

Max RV

41 Tent9 RV

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  • Address:Gatlinburg, TN
We display cached information from agency feeds. Hours, fees, permits, closures, fire restrictions, and conditions change without notice. Outdoors is not the permitting authority. Confirm current conditions for this campground using the links above before you go — you are responsible for compliance. Last verified by us: Jun 21, 2026. Spot an error in our data?

About

Largest campground in Great Smoky Mountains. Along Little River with excellent swimming holes. Near historic Elkmont community ruins. Popular for firefly viewing in June.

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Amenities

Flush Toilets
Potable Water
Dump Station
Swimming

Check-in & Check-out

Check-in 2:00 PM

Check-out 12:00 PM

Quiet hours 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM

Pet Policy

Pets allowed on leash · Max 2 per site

Campground Rules

  • Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting

Reservations

This campground accepts reservations. Book early for popular dates.

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