Best camping near Gatlinburg
125 campgrounds · 125 ranked · updated 2026-08-02 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Gatlinburg, Tennessee — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 125 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#32 Injun Creek
Good
4.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 87°F
Injun Creek camping area, located in Tennessee, offers a serene and picturesque experience for campers. This campsite comes equipped with several amenities to enhance visitors'…
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#2
21 Mile 53
Good
4.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 87°F
21 Mile 53 camping area is located in the state of Tennessee and offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides basic facilities such as picnic tables…
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#3
24 Rough Creek
Good
4.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°F
24 Rough Creek camping area is located in Tennessee and offers a variety of amenities for campers. The campground provides both primitive and RV camping options, with spacious and…
Why 100: 128 things to do within 15 mi
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#31 Porters Flalt
Good
5.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 87°F
Porters Flat camping area, located in North Carolina, offers a serene and nature-filled camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. This campground provides various amenities to…
Why 100: 130 things to do within 15 mi
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31
Good
5.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 87°F
The state of North Carolina offers a plethora of camping opportunities with 31 camping areas to choose from. Campers can expect various amenities across these campgrounds…
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#6
30 Three Forks
Good
5.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°F
The 30 Three Forks camping area, located in Tennessee, offers a tranquil and scenic camping experience. Nestled in the heart of nature, this campground provides a range of…
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Elkmont Campground
Good
6.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 87°F
Elkmont Campground is located in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee. It is a popular camping destination for visitors due to its scenic views and proximity to…
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#8
Greenbrier Campground
Good
6.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 87°F
The Greenbrier Campground, located in North Carolina, offers a serene camping experience surrounded by natural beauty. Situated in the picturesque Great Smoky Mountains, this…
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Elkmont - Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Good
6.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 87°F
Elkmont Campground in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee, offers 200+ established campsites (no dispersed camping) nestled in a lush, forested river valley…
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Elkmont Group Campground
Good
6.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 87°F
Elkmont Group Campground in Tennessee’s Great Smoky Mountains National Park offers established, reservation-only campsites for large groups—no dispersed camping allowed. Fees…
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#11
Swing Bridges South Parking Area
Good
6.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°F
The Swing Bridges South Parking Area camping area is located in the Pisgah National Forest in North Carolina. This camping area is known for its stunning views of the Blue Ridge…
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#12
Pullout Parking At Mile Post 17.46
Good
6.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°F
Pullout Parking at Mile Post 17.46 camping area is located in North Carolina and offers a range of amenities for campers. This campground provides a rustic camping experience…
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#13
Backcountry Parking #2
Good
6.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°F
Backcountry Parking #2 camping area is located in North Carolina and offers a range of amenities for campers. The campground provides a serene and peaceful atmosphere for outdoor…
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#23 Camp Rock
Good
7.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°F
#23 Camp Rock camping area in Tennessee is a delightful campground offering a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. Visitors can expect well-maintained facilities, including…
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23 Camp Creek
Good
7.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°F
23 Camp Creek camping area, located in Tennessee, offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides well-maintained restroom facilities and picnic tables…
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Camping near Gatlinburg
The Gatlinburg area has 125 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Gatlinburg
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.