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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
Jay S
VerifiedJuly 8, 2026 • Stayed at: C002, Loop: Loop B & C
Clean facility, nice folks running the campsite. Way too many campers driving fast thru campgrounds with children, kids, and adults using same roads.
Erik S
VerifiedJuly 8, 2026 • Stayed at: A001, Loop: Loop A
Great location to view the Elk!
Michael P
VerifiedJuly 8, 2026 • Stayed at: A005, Loop: Loop A
We had another great stay at Smokemont. The site was nearly level, and completely shaded. It was a great summertime getaway in the mountains of the GSMNP. The nearby stream cooled us off when the heat of the day set in.
Nathan D
VerifiedJuly 8, 2026 • Stayed at: D028, Loop: Loop D
It was a pretty nice campground. Clean bathrooms, available firewood, and its right next to a stream.
Darrell S
VerifiedJuly 9, 2026 • Stayed at: A007, Loop: Loop A
Always a great experience in this campground.
John M
VerifiedJuly 11, 2026 • Stayed at: D029, Loop: Loop D
Clean restrooms
Daniel D
VerifiedJuly 11, 2026 • Stayed at: B017, Loop: Loop B & C
Camp Host and Ranger very friendly. Easy check in and check out. Site was clean and easy to pull in and out. Well maintained with no issues of tree branches or overgrowth interfering with our camper van. Restrooms were very clean morning and night. Very convenient as the campground is only about 2-3 mi from town. We will be back for sure.
Charles B
VerifiedJuly 11, 2026 • Stayed at: F010, Loop: Loop F
We have been camping at Smokemont for several years and love it. This year was the first time in the "camper loop". This area was great for the little one to ride bikes and meet friends while also keeping an eye on her.
Just be aware that even though scooters aren't allowed in the campground, people still use them and will often times travel in the wrong direction. When driving a full size truck, sometimes they are tough to see.
Amy B
VerifiedJuly 12, 2026 • Stayed at: D036, Loop: Loop D
Always a good trip there. Campground was clean bathrooms stayed stocked and cleaned. Will be back.
Hank W
VerifiedJuly 13, 2026 • Stayed at: F004, Loop: Loop F
The addition of soap dispensers in the bathroom was a wonderful upgrade. We camp at Smokemont often and I would always bring and leave a bottle of soap so others could use. Excited to see money spent on a much needed item.
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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