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Douglas C
VerifiedAugust 16, 2026 Stayed at: GP03, Loop: GROUP
Good campsite, bathrooms in good shape, water accessible, location great.
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About Elkmont Group Camp
Situated in the stunning Great Smoky Mountains National Park, this site offers an ideal setting for group camping excursions and outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds.
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- Restrooms
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- Picnic Table
- Fire Pit
- Campfire Ring
- Firewood Available
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- Dumpster
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GP01, Loop: Group
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Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
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Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
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31 reviews
Summary
Elkmont Group Camp offers a great camping experience with clean facilities, helpful staff, and ample space for group activities. The location is ideal for enjoying the Little River and various trails. However, there are some accessibility concerns, limited water access, and a lack of showers, so planning ahead is advisable.
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Robert M
VerifiedJuly 23, 2026 Stayed at: GP04, Loop: GROUP
The group camp sites were perfect for our trip. We enjoyed the sights and swimming in the Little River.
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Natalie S
VerifiedJune 6, 2026 Stayed at: GP02, Loop: GROUP
Great site for group camping. Note: water is not at the site, but at the bathhouse. Water fountains do not work. We stayed at 1 & 2- while 1 used to have a paved path the path to the site is broken/not well paved. It is not easily accessible if you use an assistive device. Group site 2 has more tree canopy and group site 1 has better trees for stringing lines. Poison ivy everywhere.
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Jill W
VerifiedJanuary 3, 2026 Stayed at: GP02, Loop: GROUP
The rangers were extremely helpful in guiding us to the path we wanted to take and telling us about major points of interest. We had no difficulty on the trail and finding the major points.
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Philip E
VerifiedOctober 14, 2025 Stayed at: GP01, Loop: Group
Great place to camp with a group. Plenty of space for kids to run around and have fun.
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Robert G
VerifiedSeptember 28, 2025 Stayed at: GP01, Loop: Group
Very nice campsite. Plenty of room for tents and hammocks. Long picnic tables and 2 fire pits
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Richard G
VerifiedAugust 4, 2025 Stayed at: GP03, Loop: GROUP
We always love Elkmont. The sites are clean and wonderful
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Melanie K
VerifiedJuly 17, 2025 Stayed at: GP03, Loop: GROUP
This was my first time camping at Elkmont. We reserved site 1 and 3 for our Scout Troop, 27 people total . In site 1, I’m not sure where the third tent pad was, but we had plenty of room for our 5 tents (8 person, 4- 4 person sized). In site 3 we had an 8 person, 6 person and 2-4 person sized tents. The bathrooms were clean, bear boxes were conveniently located and the rangers were super friendly and helpful. The kids enjoyed exploring the campground and LOVED playing in the creek each night. Great experience!
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Kelly R
VerifiedJune 6, 2025 Stayed at: GP02, Loop: GROUP
Wonderful experience exceptional staff and volunteers working at the campground. Plenty of trail access and things to do!
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colin h
VerifiedOctober 25, 2024 Stayed at: GP04, Loop: GROUP
campsite is in a great location, only maybe half full when we visited.
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Location & Directions for Elkmont Group Camp
434 Elkmont Road, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 United States
Elevation: 658 ft
Getting There
From Cherokee, NC: Take Newfound Gap Road (aka U.S. 441) North through the park into Tennessee. Turn left at Sugarlands Visitor Center. Follow Little River Road approx. 4.5 mi. Turn left at the Elkmont Campground sign and proceed 1.5 mi to the...
From Cherokee, NC: Take Newfound Gap Road (aka U.S. 441) North through the park into Tennessee. Turn left at Sugarlands Visitor Center. Follow Little River Road approx. 4.5 mi. Turn left at the Elkmont Campground sign and proceed 1.5 mi to the campground office.
From Gatlinburg, TN: Take Newfound Gap Road (aka U.S. 441) South into the Park. (If coming from Pigeon Forge, take the Bypass into the park.) Turn a right at Sugarlands Visitor Center. Proceed 4.5 mi to the Elkmont entrance and turn left at the Elkmont Campground sign. Go 1.5 mi to the campground office.
Highway access
Elkmont Group Camp is accessible via Newfound Gap Road (U.S. 441), which connects to major routes leading into the Great Smoky Mountains National Park from both Gatlinburg and Cherokee.
Near Great Smoky Mountains National Park
The closest entrance is: Gatlinburg Entrance
Approximate drive: 5.7 mi · 10 min
Near Yosemite National Park
The closest entrance is: Arch Rock Entrance
Approximate drive: 18.7 mi · 32 min
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
8:30AM
General
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Dispose of garbage promptly in bear-proof dumpsters. This rule is strictly enforced!
- 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. For additional information about these firewood regulations, please visit the park website at http://www.nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/frontcountry-camping .
- 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.
- You must check-in with the campground office staff UPON ARRIVAL to complete your reservation. If you arrive after the office is CLOSED for the day then you must check-in with the campground staff the following day between , . Failure to check-in with the office staff may forfeit your reservation.
- There are no showers or electric, water or sewer hook-ups in the park. Some group sites are accessible.
- Generator use is prohibited in group camps.
- Fires are allowed in fire rings only!
- 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.
- A Tennessee or North Carolina fishing license is required to fish in the park. Special regulations apply in the park.
- 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.
- For additional park information call 865-436-1200 or visit www.nps.gov/grsm
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