Brenda M
September 24, 2023
Had a wonderful time. Pavilion was clean. We enjoyed the day!
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About Twin Creeks Picnic Pavilion
Twin Creeks Picnic Pavilion is the largest in the park, surrounded by the scenic forest of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Located in a secluded and private section of the Smokies, this pavilion is a popular place for group trips.
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Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Parking
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Restrooms
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Restrooms
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- Picnic Table
- Grill
- BBQ
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- Parking
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- Pavilion
- Dumpster
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- Pet friendly
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Summary
The Twin Creeks Picnic Pavilion is an excellent choice for family gatherings, offering ample space and clean, accessible restroom facilities in a private setting. Many families have enjoyed their reunions here for decades, highlighting its consistent appeal. Overall, it comes highly recommended for future events.
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Brenda M
September 24, 2023
Had a wonderful time. Pavilion was clean. We enjoyed the day!
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Stacey H
May 14, 2024
We love having our annual SC get together dinner at this location each year during our Gatlinburg Law Enforcement Conference. However, despite the prince going up from $60 to $75 and the requirement of parking tags ($5 per car), we have experienced more issues the past two years. Last year, there was no water either at the shelter or at the bathroom facilities. Thus, our cooks had to travel to bring jugs and jugs of water back to the facility in order to cook our Low Country boil. The same thing happened this year. The water was turned off, the bathrooms were locked and the water spigot was locked. We went to park HQ and they sent a lady up to turn the water on. However, she was only able to unlock the water and the bathroom and said that she did not have the key to actually turn the water on at the spigot. So, her unlocking it did not help us at all as the water wasn't turned on. She didn't help remedy that. Our cooks fortunately had a hose pipe and had to run it from the bathroom faucet to get water to boil. This is frustrating, especially when we have to go find someone to help and she doesn't help. Even still, we'd like to continue using it as the SC folks enjoy going there. But, you'd think we could at least have access to running water as the notes describe in light of the $75 facility fee.
thank you.
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Stacey H
May 14, 2024
We love having our annual SC get together dinner at this location each year during our Gatlinburg Law Enforcement Conference. However, despite the prince going up from $60 to $75 and the requirement of parking tags ($5 per car), we have experienced more issues the past two years. Last year, there was no water either at the shelter or at the bathroom facilities. Thus, our cooks had to travel to bring jugs and jugs of water back to the facility in order to cook our Low Country boil. The same thing happened this year. The water was turned off, the bathrooms were locked and the water spigot was locked. We went to park HQ and they sent a lady up to turn the water on. However, she was only able to unlock the water and the bathroom and said that she did not have the key to actually turn the water on at the spigot. So, her unlocking it did not help us at all as the water wasn't turned on. She didn't help remedy that. Our cooks fortunately had a hose pipe and had to run it from the bathroom faucet to get water to boil. This is frustrating, especially when we have to go find someone to help and she doesn't help. Even still, we'd like to continue using it as the SC folks enjoy going there. But, you'd think we could at least have access to running water as the notes describe in light of the $75 facility fee.
thank you.
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Christine H
July 17, 2024
This is a beautiful location and was perfect for the event I had planned. The only awareness for others reserving this space is that when we arrived the bathrooms were not opened and if I did not have park connections, that would have been difficult to navigate.
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Christine H
July 17, 2024
This is a beautiful location and was perfect for the event I had planned. The only awareness for others reserving this space is that when we arrived the bathrooms were not opened and if I did not have park connections, that would have been difficult to navigate.
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Meghan S
September 30, 2024
My family has been having our family reunion here for 50 years and we enjoy it each year . We are ready for next years reunion.
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Meghan S
September 30, 2024
My family has been having our family reunion here for 50 years and we enjoy it each year . We are ready for next years reunion.
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Kristi M
July 20, 2026
The Twin Creeks Picnic Pavilion was perfect for our family gathering. We had plenty of room, the restroom facilities were clean and easily accessible, and the area was very private. I would highly recommend!
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Minh Tho D
August 31, 2026
Great location for a big group. We had a great time here. It's comfortable for over 80 people. The toilet very clean.
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Location & Directions for Twin Creeks Picnic Pavilion
Mailing Address Is: 107 Park Headquarters Road, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 United States
Elevation: 589 ft
Getting There
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 mi into the Park. turn right at Twin Creeks sign.
Highway access
The nearest major road is US Highway 441, approximately 1.5 miles from the pavilion, providing access to the surrounding area and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Near Great Smoky Mountains National Park
The closest entrance is: Gatlinburg Entrance
Approximate drive: 2.2 mi · 4 min
Near Yosemite National Park
The closest entrance is: Arch Rock Entrance
Approximate drive: 14.7 mi · 25 min
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
7AM
Check out time
12AM
- For more information about the park, call or visit the official website.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Vehicles & parking
- A parking tag is needed for any vehicle parked over 15 minutes in the park, even with a pavilion reservation.
Wildlife & food storage
- Be aware of bear activity and follow safety practices in bear habitats.
- Store all food and food-related items in your vehicle when not in use to prevent bear encounters.
- Use bear-proof dumpsters to dispose of garbage promptly.
Safety & rules
- Bear food storage and garbage disposal rules are strictly enforced.
- Alcohol consumption is permitted only in designated picnic areas.
- Keep your reservation confirmation handy to resolve any conflicts with other parties.
Utilities
- Potable water is accessible at restrooms, but not at the pavilion.
Fires & fuel
- Charcoal BBQ grills are available; wood fires are prohibited.
Site types & loops
- You may use decorations that do not damage the pavilion and must clean up after your event; directional signs are not allowed.
Local regulations
- Commercial activities, including sales, are not allowed.
- A separate permit is needed for weddings or wedding receptions in addition to your pavilion reservation.
- A fishing license from Tennessee or North Carolina is required to fish in the park, along with applicable special regulations.
Pets
- Pets are allowed but must be leashed and cannot be left unattended; they are not permitted on trails.
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Last updated: October 7, 2026
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