Abram’S Creek Campground

Great Smoky Mountains National Park — lakeside, hiking

Location: Gatlinburg, TN, TN

Price: From $30 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (157 reviews)

Season: May through October

Abram’s Creek Campground is located in a relatively remote area of Great Smoky Mountain National Park. The secluded setting offers visitors the ability to enjoy a multitude of recreational activities like hiking and fishing, without the crowds, which are sometimes common in other areas of the park.Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a hiker’s paradise, with over 800 miles of maintained trails ranging from short, leg-stretchers to strenuous treks. Hiking is not the only reason for visiting the

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Showers, Electric Hookups

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/abrams-creek-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Nearby campgrounds: Look Rock Campground (Townsend, TN), Cades Cove Campground (Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN), Cades Cove Group (Gatlinburg, TN), Jake Best Campground (Vonore, TN).

Cell Phone Coverage at Abram’S Creek Campground

Cell signal at Abram’S Creek Campground (Gatlinburg, TN): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Gatlinburg, TN, TN★ 4.2 (157 reviews)From $30/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Abram’s Creek Campground is located in a relatively remote area of Great Smoky Mountain National Park. The secluded setting offers visitors the ability to enjoy a multitude of recreational activities like hiking and fishing, without the crowds, which are sometimes common in other areas of the park.Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a hiker’s paradise, with over 800 miles of maintained trails ranging from short, leg-stretchers to strenuous treks. Hiking is not the only reason for visiting the Smokies: Fishing, picnicking, wildlife viewing and auto touring are popular activities.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV12 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
ToiletsFlush toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesShowers
Family & Pets
Flush ToiletsElectric Hookups

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Location

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Getting there →

There is no street address for this campground North: From I-40 take US-129/Alcoa Highway through Maryville, TN. Continue South on US-129 until mile marker 14.3 (Foothills Parkway exit). Proceed .5 miles beyond Foothills Parkway turning left onto Happy Valley Road. Turn Right onto Abram's Creek Road passing the Abram's Creek Ranger Station. The campground is approximately .5 miles beyond the ranger station. South: Continue North on US-129 where US-19/74/129 split, heading towards Robbinsville, N

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Great Smoky Mountains National Park fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Great Smoky Mountains National Park before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Abram’S Creek Campground cost per night?+
Abram’S Creek Campground costs $30 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
What season is Abram’S Creek Campground open?+
Abram’S Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Abram’S Creek Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
What is the maximum RV length at Abram’S Creek Campground?+
Abram’S Creek Campground can accommodate RVs up to 12 feet.
How do I make reservations at Abram’S Creek Campground?+
Abram’S Creek Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Abram’S Creek Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Abram’S Creek Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Abram’S Creek Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Abram’S Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$30 /night★ 4.2 (157)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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