Elkmont Campground

Campground details

Overview Located eight miles from Gatlinburg, Tennessee, Elkmont Campground is the largest and busiest campground in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. At an elevation of 2,150 feet, the area enjoys a moderate climate, characterized by mild winters and hot, humid summers. Recreation The Little River runs through the…

• Managed by: National Park Service
• Recreation area: Great Smoky Mountains National Park
• Nearest town: Gatlinburg
• Reservations: Reservable on Recreation.gov
• Campsites: 217
• Fees: Individual Campsites: A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid…
• Phone: 865-430-5560 FOR RESERVATIONS CALL 1-877-444-6777
• Dataset: Recreation.gov (RIDB)
• Map point: 35.65876, -83.58274

Before you go: Availability, fees, seasons and fire rules change. Always verify on the official site (Recreation.gov or the managing agency) before you go. First-come campgrounds can fill early.

State park campgrounds: Reserve with Tennessee State Parks →