Elkmont Campground

National Park Service · Tennessee

Elkmont Campground in Tennessee. Ringed marker is this site; the other dots are the 298 public campsites we map in Tennessee.

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 campground offering visitors the option to camp waterfront.

What we know about it

Managed by

National Park Service

Fee

$30/night

Booking

Reservation required

Site type

RV & Tent Campground

Suits an RV

Yes

Phone

865-430-5560 FOR RESERVATIONS CALL 1-877

Coordinates

35.65876, -83.58274

Nearest sites we map

• Elkmont Group Camp0 km · National Park Service
• Appalachian Clubhouse1 km · National Park Service
• Spence Cabin1 km · National Park Service
• Anthony Creek Horse Camp18 km · National Park Service
• Cades Cove Group18 km · National Park Service
• Cades Cove Campground19 km · National Park Service

Source: Recreation.gov, dated 2026-08-14, fetched 2026-09-07. Official listing.

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