Appalachian Clubhouse
Great Smoky Mountains National Park — riverside
Location: Gatlinburg, TN, TN
Price: From $300 per night
Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (13 reviews)
Season: May through October
The Appalachian Clubhouse is a historic building constructed in 1934 in the Elkmont Historic District. The structure has been rehabilitated by the National Park Service to closely resemble its 1930’s appearance, with the addition of few modern amenities such as electricity and running water. The building was originally used a gathering spot by lessees and guests of the Appalachian Club whose members, mostly from Knoxville, built rustic cabins nearby to serve as weekend or summer retreats in the
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Electric Hookups, Camp Host
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Historic 1934 building in the Elkmont Historic District with modern amenities (electricity, running water, flush toilets) offers a unique cultural experience. Located in Great Smoky Mountains with access to nature trails and visitor center activities.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear present in area—store food properly and follow bear safety protocols. Also expect Bobcats, Barred Owls, and Eastern Hellbenders in the creek habitat.
Insider tips for Appalachian Clubhouse: Book early—this is a federal campground with only 1 tent site, high demand expected Directions are specific: take Newfound Gap Road (US 441) 1.7 miles south from Gatlinburg, then Little River Road 5 miles, then Elkmont Road 1.4 miles; turn left before the campground office at Elkmont Nature Trail sign Only 1 tent site available—verify availability before traveling; electric hookups exist but most sites have no hookups per source data
Skip Appalachian Clubhouse if: You need RV hookups—most sites have no hookups despite electric availability. You need year-round camping—seasonal operation May-October only. You need multiple site options—only 1 tent site total at this location.
Best time to visit Appalachian Clubhouse: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Spence Cabin (Gatlinburg, TN), Elkmont Group Camp (Gatlinburg, TN), Metcalf Bottoms Picnic Pavilion (GATLINBURG, TN), Twin Creeks Picnic Pavilion (GATLINBURG, TN).
Cell Phone Coverage at Appalachian Clubhouse
Cell signal at Appalachian Clubhouse (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.
The Appalachian Clubhouse is a historic building constructed in 1934 in the Elkmont Historic District. The structure has been rehabilitated by the National Park Service to closely resemble its 1930’s appearance, with the addition of few modern amenities such as electricity and running water. The building was originally used a gathering spot by lessees and guests of the Appalachian Club whose members, mostly from Knoxville, built rustic cabins nearby to serve as weekend or summer retreats in the years before the Park was created.
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Insider tips & when to go
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this is a federal campground with only 1 tent site, high demand expected
Directions are specific: take Newfound Gap Road (US 441) 1.7 miles south from Gatlinburg, then Little River Road 5 miles, then Elkmont Road 1.4 miles; turn left before the campground office at Elkmont Nature Trail sign
Only 1 tent site available
verify availability before traveling; electric hookups exist but most sites have no hookups per source data
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
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Getting there →
Proceed south from Gatlinburg, TN on Newfound Gap Road (aka US 441) 1.7 miles and turn right onto Little River Road towards Cades Cove. Proceed 5 miles to the Elkmont (Campground) Road and turn left. Go. 1.4 miles and turn left just before the campground office (sign says: Elkmont Nature Trail 0.3, Little River Trail 0.6 and Jakes Creek Trail.). Follow the road to Jakes Creek and continue on around the one-way loop to the Appalachian Club. (Nearest street address is 500 Elkmont Road, Gatlinburg,
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- 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.
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