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Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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- Dump station on site
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- Potable Water
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Reviews (854)
What Guests Are Saying
Smokemont Campground is praised for its beautiful, wooded setting, peaceful atmosphere, and proximity to hiking trails and nearby attractions. Visitors appreciate the cleanliness of the facilities, friendly and helpful staff, and the enjoyable ranger programs. However, some concerns include maintenance issues, such as overgrown grass and the need for more thorough restroom cleaning, along with the absence of showers and limited privacy between sites.
What Guests Are Saying
Smokemont Campground is praised for its beautiful, wooded setting, peaceful atmosphere, and proximity to hiking trails and nearby attractions. Visitors appreciate the cleanliness of the facilities, friendly and helpful staff, and the enjoyable ranger programs. However, some concerns include maintenance issues, such as overgrown grass and the need for more thorough restroom cleaning, along with the absence of showers and limited privacy between sites.
Review Summary
Craig P
VerifiedNovember 4, 2023 • Stayed at: B025, Loop: Loop B & C
have been coming to area every year for better part of life ,this visit ranks among best!! personnel at campground were excellent . Mingus Mill is a have-to every visit please re-open , a shame this landmark is not open and running!!
David C
VerifiedNovember 4, 2023 • Stayed at: D024, Loop: Loop D
It was a nightmare driving to Cades Cove to see animals. It was a five miles loop and took 5-6 hours. Fortunately, I saw three turkeys; plus, a mama bear with her two cuds (don't expect you will be so fortunate like me). However, the best part of the Smokey is not the animals but the foliage. I will come back next year just for the scenery; instead of bears.
I love the Smokey.
bryan h
VerifiedNovember 4, 2023 • Stayed at: F025, Loop: Loop F
A++++
Mark R
VerifiedNovember 4, 2023 • Stayed at: D010, Loop: Loop D
The RV location D 10 was a pull through right across from the bathroom. Convienent and spacious.
We had a wonderful time.
Brenda M
VerifiedNovember 5, 2023 • Stayed at: F001, Loop: Loop F
The campground was great with ample space between sites and well maintained. We were in Loop F -- RV's only and generators allowed. The generators were somewhat annoying even though their use was restricted to 8AM to 8PM. The park staff were very helpful with questions regarding surrounding hiking trails and access to groceries and other services. The Smokemont Loop Trail was beautiful, but hiker beware if you do the full loop and not an out an back, the 1,100 ft climb and descent is relentless. We would stay at Smokemont again being more cautious to avoid Loop F and the generator potential.
Mark M
VerifiedNovember 5, 2023 • Stayed at: F024, Loop: Loop F
great vacation spot
Leonardo A
VerifiedNovember 5, 2023 • Stayed at: B021, Loop: Loop B & C
I have been at this location in 5 occasions. My best camping experience thus far. Beautiful place, friendly staff, and close to major attractions.
Rachel C
VerifiedNovember 6, 2023 • Stayed at: D019, Loop: Loop D
a beautiful well-maintained campground
JAMES P
VerifiedNovember 6, 2023 • Stayed at: D027, Loop: Loop D
Clean Bathrooms, clean campground, ice and firewood at the campground. Super quiet and it's a rural campground (Dark) and you can hear the river from any site.
William D
VerifiedNovember 7, 2023 • Stayed at: B036, Loop: Loop B & C
Location & Directions for Smokemont Campground
Mailing Address Is C/O Oconaluftee Ranger Station, 60 Enloe Floyd Bottoms Road, Cherokee, NC 28719 United States
Elevation: 672 ft
Getting There
There is no street address for the campground. <br />
<p>From Cherokee, NC: Take Newfound Gap Road (aka US 441) North 6 mi. Turn right at campground sign. </p>
<p>From Gatlinburg, TN: Take Newfound Gap Road (aka US 441) South 27 mi. Turn le...
There is no street address for the campground.
From Cherokee, NC: Take Newfound Gap Road (aka US 441) North 6 mi. Turn right at campground sign.
From Gatlinburg, TN: Take Newfound Gap Road (aka US 441) South 27 mi. Turn left at campground sign.
Highway access
Smokemont Campground is accessible via Newfound Gap Road (US 441), which connects Cherokee, NC to Gatlinburg, TN.
Nearby National Park
In Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Approximate driving time: 8 min
Arch Rock Entrance
Approximate driving time: 47 min
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Last updated: October 22, 2026
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