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Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Group Campgrounds
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Quarantine Notice: Firewood from the states of Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, New Jersey and New York can not be brought into the national park. The United States Department of Agriculture has quarantined firewood from these states to prevent the spread of highly destructive insects that may be living in the wood.
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The park has seven areas where groups may camp. These areas are listed in the table below, along with the operation dates and contact numbers for site information. Group campsites are open only during the months listed.
Group campsites will accommodate tents only. Trailers, campers, or other wheeled units are not permitted. Showers and electric hookups are not available in park campgrounds, however shower facilities are available in the communities surrounding the national park. Please inquire about the nearest facilities when you check-in at the campground.
The minimum party size is eight, and the maximum length of stay is seven nights in these areas. Check out time is noon. You are welcome to call the ranger station to obtain site-specific information, but be aware that the ranger stations are field offices and are not staffed during all hours!
You must have reservations to camp at a group site. You can make reservations or by phoning the National Park Reservation Service toll-free at (877) 444-6777. Additional information about when you can make reservations. Payment is required at the time the reservation is made.
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Group
Campground
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2008
Open/Close
Dates
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Number
of Sites
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Maximum
Number
of People
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Cost
Per
Night
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Big Creek
(828) 486-5910 |
March 7 - Oct. 31 |
1
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25
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$44
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Cades Cove
Nov 1- May 14
(865) 448-4106
May 15 - Oct 31
(865) 448-4103 |
March 7 - Oct. 31 |
2
1
1-with pavilion
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20
30
30
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$35
$53
$65
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Cataloochee
(828) 497-1930 |
March 7 - Oct. 31 |
3
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25
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$35
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Cosby
(423) 487-2683 |
March 7 - Oct. 31 |
3
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20
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$26
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Deep Creek
(828) 488-3184
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April 1 - Oct. 31 |
3
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20
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$35
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Elkmont
(865) 436-1271 |
March 7 - Oct. 31 |
1
2
1
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15
20
30
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$26
$35
$53
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Smokemont
Nov 1 - May 14
(828) 497-1940
May 15 - Oct 31
(828) 497-9270 |
March 7 - Oct. 31 |
1
2
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15
20
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$26
$35
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Bundles of firewood are available for sale in the communities surrounding the national park. In addition, the following group campgrounds have on-site sales:
- Cades Cove (at Cades Cove Campground Store)
- Elkmont
- Smokemont (at Smokemont Riding Stables)
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Regulations Concerning Pets Leashed pets are allowed in developed areas and along roads, but are not allowed on park trails. more... | | Download Park Maps Maps of trails and campgrounds as well as general park maps are available. more... | | Horse Riding Four stables in the park offer horse rides. more... | | Black Bears An estimated 1,500 black bears live in the park. more... | |
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Did You Know?
There are at least 30 different species of salamanders in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This gives the Smokies the distinction of having the most diverse salamander population anywhere in the world and has earned the park the nickname “Salamander Capital of the World.”
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Last Updated: November 30, 2007 at 10:49 EST |