About Twin Creeks Picnic Pavilion
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Reviews (13)
What Guests Are Saying
Families have enjoyed hosting reunions at Twin Creeks Picnic Pavilion for many years, praising its beautiful location. However, there have been recent issues with access to water and bathroom facilities, which have caused frustrations during events. Despite these challenges, many groups still appreciate the venue and wish to continue using it for their gatherings.
What Guests Are Saying
Families have enjoyed hosting reunions at Twin Creeks Picnic Pavilion for many years, praising its beautiful location. However, there have been recent issues with access to water and bathroom facilities, which have caused frustrations during events. Despite these challenges, many groups still appreciate the venue and wish to continue using it for their gatherings.
Review Summary
Marilyn B
January 25, 2020
My Sunday School class has used this wonderful pavilion annually for many years. Once we discovered it, it became our favorite place to have Sunday School in the Mountains. It is spacious, clean, nice tables and a wonderful fireplace. The restrooms are excellent. We love being nestled in the trees with the sound of the creek near by. We always sing For the Beauty of theEarth as we enjoy God’s creation
Erik P
January 11, 2020
Twin Creeks is a beautiful place to picnic & celebrate with friends and family.
Anonymous
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Location Twin Creeks Picnic Pavilion
Address:
Mailing Address Is: 107 Park Headquarters Road
Gatlinburg, TN, 37738
United States
From downtown Gatlinburg Tennessee, Turn south at stoplight #8 in Gatlinburg. Follow Historic Nature Trail Road to 4-way junction at access road to Park Vista Hotel. Go straight and continue 1.4 miles into the Park. turn right at Twin Creeks sign.
Latitude & Longitude: 35.6864 / -83.5019
Elevation: 589 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. Having a picnic pavilion reservation does not exempt you from the parking tag requirement. |
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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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Bear Habitat!! All food and items used to store or prepare food, including coolers, MUST be stored in the trunk or cab of your vehicle/s at all times when not in use. |
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Dispose of garbage promptly in bear-proof dumpsters. |
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This rule is strictly enforced! |
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Potable water is available at restrooms but not at the pavilion. |
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Alcohol is allowed at designated picnic areas. |
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There are BBQ grills for charcoal fires. Wood fires are not allowed. |
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Decorations are allowed, provided they do not damage the structure (i.e. no staples) and are cleaned up on departure. Directional signs leading to the site are prohibited. |
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Commercial activity (for example, sales) is prohibited. |
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Weddings and wedding receptions require a separate permit in addition to the pavilion reservation; check the park website for Wedding and Special Event Permits |
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Keep your confirmation notice with you in the event of a conflict with a non-reservation party. Check-in 7:00am and checkout time for the Pavillion is 12:00 midnight. |
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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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For additional park information call 865-436-1200 or visit www.nps.gov/grsm |
