About Smokemont Group Camp
Number of accommodations: 3
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Reviews (9)
What Guests Are Saying
The group site was enjoyable, with consistently stocked bathrooms. Despite some rain and challenges with spinner lures, guests had fun tubing and appreciated the overall experience. The reviewer plans to return for another stay.
What Guests Are Saying
The group site was enjoyable, with consistently stocked bathrooms. Despite some rain and challenges with spinner lures, guests had fun tubing and appreciated the overall experience. The reviewer plans to return for another stay.
Review Summary
Samantha H
VerifiedJune 22, 2025 • Stayed at: G02, Loop: Loop D
We stayed at one of the group sites (which we loved!). The bathrooms had toilet paper the entire time, but no hand soap. We stayed in June, so had rain every day periodically over a 3-day stay. Spinner lures were useless (constantly hung up on rocks) so plan on fly fishing only. Several teens had a great time tubing. Will definitely book again!
Brian S
VerifiedMay 26, 2023 • Stayed at: G01, Loop: Loop D
We had a men’s camping trip with a group from our church. We reserved the group site and a couple individual sites. The place was perfect for hiking,fishing and just relaxing. We were able to ride to the welcome center that was close and check out the Elk. Cherokee was a great spot for dinner and breakfast. Highly recommend.
Matt W
VerifiedOctober 4, 2022 • Stayed at: G02, Loop: Loop D
Felt like a detention center, our group was regarded with suspicion and harrasment.
We were constantly being checked up on by the camp host.
When we arrived, instead of asking if we had reservations they assumed we were trespassing and tried to kick us out.
They also filed a complaint to the rangers office because of “speeding on a public road” (we were not) outside the park in maggie valley.
Additionally we were cited for leaving an EMPTY cooler outside due to bear risk.
Really felt discriminated against due to our race. I have been camping across the carolinas, southwest, and upstate NY for over 15 years and I have never been treated with such disrespect.
Will not be visiting again and will stick to US Forest Service campgrounds, and backpacking on the AT.
Mary L
VerifiedSeptember 28, 2022 • Stayed at: G03, Loop: Loop D
I reserved group spots G1 & G3 for a group that was supposed to be about 30 people but because of people not being able to make it I ended up having about 18 people come. The sites were very clean and well laid out. Because we were mostly single people or couples there was only space for about 10 people per group site tent-wise but plenty of space for everyone at one group site for meals and hanging out around the campfire. I wish G2 was available when I reserved because it is the site that is furthest away from the regular campground. When you have a group of friends who haven't seen each other in years its frustrating to have to monitor noise level during quiet hours (10pm) when you are right across the street from regular tent sites. The only thing that could have improved my visit was if group sites were more secluded. The campground is beautiful and pristine and the best campground in the Smokies.
Edwin T
VerifiedJune 15, 2022 • Stayed at: G03, Loop: Loop D
Beautiful and very clean you need to put in showers
Jerry E
VerifiedOctober 17, 2021 • Stayed at: G02, Loop: Loop D
We reserved the entire Group Campsite at Smokemont for 2 nights for an annual campout of our hiking club. It was a great experience, and this site was perfect for our needs. We had plenty of room for 30 people and almost that many small tents. The entire site, including the restroom facilities , was very clean and comfortable. The location was also perfect, since there are so many hiking options nearby.
Julie snyder S
VerifiedJuly 29, 2021 • Stayed at: G02, Loop: Loop D
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Seth M
VerifiedJuly 4, 2021 • Stayed at: G01, Loop: Loop D
Group camp sites were a little closer together than I would have liked, but the bathroom house and dishwashing station so nearby made it feel very hospitable and convenient for our group. Very clean and updated bathroom. Ample parking as well. Loved being so close to the stream with a perfect spot to take a dip and play. Easy access to hiking trails right from camp. Quiet campground with ample shade.
Benjamin F
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 • Stayed at: G02, Loop: Loop D
Our group reserved all three group sites and had plenty of room to spread out. Great location on the creek and for kids to bike on the paved campground loop road.
Location Smokemont Group Camp
Address:
Mailing Address Is C/O Oconaluftee Ranger Station, 60 Enloe Floyd Bottoms Road
Cherokee, NC, 28719
United States
There is no stree address for the campground.
From Cherokee, NC: Take Newfound Gap Road (aka US 441) North 6 miles. Turn right at Smokemont campground sign.
From Gatlinburg, TN: Take Newfound Gap Road (aka US 441) South 27 miles. Turn left at Smokemont campground sign.
Latitude & Longitude: 35.5598 / -83.3128
Elevation: 677 feet
Policies & Rules
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A valid parking tag is required for any vehicle parking for more than 15 minutes in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Front country campers parked at their designated campsite will not be required to have a parking tag. If they park elsewhere in the park, a parking tag will be required. Please note that parking tags will be required for vehicles in excess of what is allowable for each campsite. |
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Over the last 10 years, an average of 339 negative human-bear encounters have been reported each year; many more go unreported. Visitors should be aware that high bear activity can occur in any area, and that your safety is not guaranteed. To increase your odds for a safe visit, please follow best practices for living and recreating in bear habitat. Stay alert and be prepared to react appropriately during possible encounters, and always report any unusual bear interactions as soon as possible. |
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Caution: Bears and other wildlife frequent the area. All food and equipment used to prepare and store food must be kept in a sealed vehicle or camping unit of solid, non-pliable material AT ALL TIMES when not in use. All scented items, as well as all water containers MUST be stored. Dispose of garbage promptly in dumpsters provided. Unattended or improperly stored coolers, food and/or scented items may be impounded by campground staff. Violators are subject to fines. |
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Dispose of garbage promptly in bear-proof dumpsters. This rule is strictly enforced! |
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Firewood Restriction: Only heat-treated firewood bundled in its original packing and bearing a certification seal from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) or a state department of agriculture may be brought into the park. This rule is strictly enforced. Campers may also collect dead and down wood in the park for campfires. |
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Heat-treated wood is available from a growing list of private businesses in communities around the park. Please visit www.nature.org/firewoodmap for a list of available vendors near the park. Concessioners at Cades Cove, Elkmont, and Smokemont will provide heat-treated wood for sale during their operating season. Certified heat-treated firewood is packaged and clearly marked with a state or federal seal. For additional information about these firewood regulations, please visit the park website at http://www.nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/frontcountry-camping . |
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A reservation is required to use a group camp. |
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There are no showers or electric, water or sewer hook-ups in the park. Some group sites are accessible. |
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Quiet hours are in effect from 10 PM to 6 AM. Generator use is prohibited in group camps. |
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Fires are allowed in fire rings only! |
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A minimum of 7 people is required for group site use. Maximum site capacity varies from 15 to 30 people. The park stay limit is 14 consecutive days. |
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A Tennessee or North Carolina fishing license is required to fish in the park. Special regulations apply in the park. |
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Pets are permitted but cannot be left unattended. All pets must be kept on a leash at all times. Pets are not allowed on trails. |
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Cades Cove and Smokemont campgrounds are the only campgrounds open year round. |
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For additional park information call 865-436-1200 or visit www.nps.gov/grsm |
