Top Campgrounds near Mountain Rest
Southern Shade RV Park
Bolding Mill
Bolding Mill Campground offers comfortable amenities and a well-maintained facility on Lake Sidney Lanier. Visitors can enjoy fishing, boating, a spacious picnic area, and a large swimming beach, making it ideal for families.
Bolding Mill Shelters (GA)
Bolding Mill Park, located 30 miles north of Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier, offers stunning lake views and access to swimming, picnicking, and boating. The lake, named after poet Sidney Lanier, is famous for its aqua-blue waters and beautiful s...
Swan Cabin Group Camp
Swan Cabin is no longer open for occupancy due to health and safety concerns, but group camping is permitted in the adjacent grassy field. Located in the Nantahala National Forest, this rustic cabin, built in 1931 and named after the Swan Family, ...
Duckett Mill
Duckett Mill Campground is situated on Lake Sidney Lanier, renowned for its stunning aqua-blue waters and diverse recreational options, attracting over 11 million visitors each year. Created by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in the 1950s, the la...
Little Hall Shelter (GA)
Little Hall Park is located about 30 miles north of Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier, offering stunning lake views and access to swimming, picnicking, and boating. The lake, named after poet Sidney Lanier, is renowned for its aqua-blue waters and ...
Spence Cabin
Spence Cabin is a perfect venue for small family gatherings, meetings, or weddings, offering a serene escape in the Great Smoky Mountains. It features outdoor patios for relaxation and is located in the historic Elkmont District, recognized on the...
Appalachian Clubhouse
The Appalachian Clubhouse, built in 1934, is a historic building in the Elkmont Historic District, recently rehabilitated by the National Park Service to maintain its 1930s appearance while adding modern amenities. Originally a gathering spot for ...
Elkmont Campground
Elkmont Campground, situated eight miles from Gatlinburg, Tennessee, is the largest and busiest campground in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It lies at an elevation of 2,150 feet, benefiting from a moderate climate with mild winters and hot,...
Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion
The Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion is nestled in the mountains, providing a tranquil and shaded setting for visitors. It offers a serene atmosphere, perfect for enjoying the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Serenity Ridge
Twin Creeks Picnic Pavilion
Twin Creeks Picnic Pavilion is the largest pavilion in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, nestled in a scenic forest. It offers a secluded and private setting, making it a favored spot for group outings.
Elkmont Group Camp
Elkmont Group Camp is located in the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains National Park, making it a perfect destination for group camping. It caters to outdoor enthusiasts seeking a scenic experience. The site provides an ideal environment for various...
Thompson Creek Park Shelter (GA)
Thompson Creek Park is located 30 miles north of Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier, offering stunning lake views and access to swimming, picnicking, and boating. Known for its aqua-blue waters and scenic beauty, the lake attracts around 11.8 millio...
Big Creek Campground (Great Smoky Mountains National Park)
Big Creek Campground is a tent-only site in a remote area of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, featuring flushing toilets and potable water. It offers a short walk from parking and is accompanied by the soothing sounds of Big Creek. The campgro...
Cosby Group Camp
Cosby Group Camp is located in the mountains near Cosby Creek, providing a tranquil and secluded setting for visitors. It offers a serene environment amidst the natural beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Cosby Campground
Cosby Campground offers a peaceful backcountry camping experience in the Great Smoky Mountains, featuring shaded sites with fire rings and picnic tables. Reservations are required for all campsites, which include tent pads and limited RV sites, wi...
Anthony Creek Horse Camp
Anthony Creek Horse Camp is situated by the picturesque Anthony Creek, offering beautiful scenery year-round, from spring wildflowers to autumn colors. Camping at this site requires visitors to have their own horse.
Cades Cove Group
Cades Cove Group attracts over 2 million visitors each year with its scenic beauty, historic structures, and popular biking and hiking trails. Nestled in the mountains, the campground provides a lush, shaded experience. It's a prime destination wi...
Donley Cabin
Donley Cabin is a historic, primitive structure in the Cherokee National Forest, offering a glimpse into the past without modern amenities like electricity or running water. It requires a quarter-mile walk from the parking area and is surrounded b...
Southern Shade RV Park
Bolding Mill
Bolding Mill Campground offers comfortable amenities and a well-maintained facility on Lake Sidney Lanier. Visitors can enjoy fishing, boating, a spacious picnic area, and a large swimming beach, making it ideal for families.
Bolding Mill Shelters (GA)
Bolding Mill Park, located 30 miles north of Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier, offers stunning lake views and access to swimming, picnicking, and boating. The lake, named after poet Sidney Lanier, is famous for its aqua-blue waters and beautiful s...
Swan Cabin Group Camp
Swan Cabin is no longer open for occupancy due to health and safety concerns, but group camping is permitted in the adjacent grassy field. Located in the Nantahala National Forest, this rustic cabin, built in 1931 and named after the Swan Family, ...
Duckett Mill
Duckett Mill Campground is situated on Lake Sidney Lanier, renowned for its stunning aqua-blue waters and diverse recreational options, attracting over 11 million visitors each year. Created by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in the 1950s, the la...
Little Hall Shelter (GA)
Little Hall Park is located about 30 miles north of Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier, offering stunning lake views and access to swimming, picnicking, and boating. The lake, named after poet Sidney Lanier, is renowned for its aqua-blue waters and ...
Spence Cabin
Spence Cabin is a perfect venue for small family gatherings, meetings, or weddings, offering a serene escape in the Great Smoky Mountains. It features outdoor patios for relaxation and is located in the historic Elkmont District, recognized on the...
Appalachian Clubhouse
The Appalachian Clubhouse, built in 1934, is a historic building in the Elkmont Historic District, recently rehabilitated by the National Park Service to maintain its 1930s appearance while adding modern amenities. Originally a gathering spot for ...
Elkmont Campground
Elkmont Campground, situated eight miles from Gatlinburg, Tennessee, is the largest and busiest campground in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It lies at an elevation of 2,150 feet, benefiting from a moderate climate with mild winters and hot,...
Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion
The Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion is nestled in the mountains, providing a tranquil and shaded setting for visitors. It offers a serene atmosphere, perfect for enjoying the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Serenity Ridge
Twin Creeks Picnic Pavilion
Twin Creeks Picnic Pavilion is the largest pavilion in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, nestled in a scenic forest. It offers a secluded and private setting, making it a favored spot for group outings.
Elkmont Group Camp
Elkmont Group Camp is located in the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains National Park, making it a perfect destination for group camping. It caters to outdoor enthusiasts seeking a scenic experience. The site provides an ideal environment for various...
Thompson Creek Park Shelter (GA)
Thompson Creek Park is located 30 miles north of Buford Dam on Lake Sidney Lanier, offering stunning lake views and access to swimming, picnicking, and boating. Known for its aqua-blue waters and scenic beauty, the lake attracts around 11.8 millio...
Big Creek Campground (Great Smoky Mountains National Park)
Big Creek Campground is a tent-only site in a remote area of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, featuring flushing toilets and potable water. It offers a short walk from parking and is accompanied by the soothing sounds of Big Creek. The campgro...
Cosby Group Camp
Cosby Group Camp is located in the mountains near Cosby Creek, providing a tranquil and secluded setting for visitors. It offers a serene environment amidst the natural beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Cosby Campground
Cosby Campground offers a peaceful backcountry camping experience in the Great Smoky Mountains, featuring shaded sites with fire rings and picnic tables. Reservations are required for all campsites, which include tent pads and limited RV sites, wi...
Anthony Creek Horse Camp
Anthony Creek Horse Camp is situated by the picturesque Anthony Creek, offering beautiful scenery year-round, from spring wildflowers to autumn colors. Camping at this site requires visitors to have their own horse.
Cades Cove Group
Cades Cove Group attracts over 2 million visitors each year with its scenic beauty, historic structures, and popular biking and hiking trails. Nestled in the mountains, the campground provides a lush, shaded experience. It's a prime destination wi...
Donley Cabin
Donley Cabin is a historic, primitive structure in the Cherokee National Forest, offering a glimpse into the past without modern amenities like electricity or running water. It requires a quarter-mile walk from the parking area and is surrounded b...
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Most destinations offer a variety of accommodations including tent sites, RV sites, cabins, yurts, and glamping options. Check individual property listings for specific amenities and site types.
The best time to visit depends on your preferences and planned activities. Spring and fall typically offer mild weather and fewer crowds, while summer is peak season with the warmest temperatures. Winter visits can be great for those seeking solitude and winter activities.
We highly recommend making reservations in advance, especially during peak season (summer months and holidays). Popular destinations can book up weeks or even months ahead. Last-minute bookings may be available during off-peak times.
Essential items include a tent or RV, sleeping bags, cooking equipment, food and water, appropriate clothing for the weather, first aid kit, flashlight, and any specific gear for planned activities. Check the property's amenities to see what's provided and what you'll need to bring.
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