What are the hours and season for Elkmont Group Camp?

Elkmont Group Camp is open May through October. Check-in: 2:00 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.

How do I book a campsite at Elkmont Group Camp?

Elkmont Group Camp is a federal campground — book at Recreation.gov (search "Elkmont Group Camp"). Sites are released 6 months in advance and sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/elkmont-group-camp to be notified the moment a site opens up.

Elkmont Group Camp

Great Smoky Mountains National Park — riverside, fishing, hiking

Gatlinburg, TN4.4 (28)

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Situated in the stunning Great Smoky Mountains National Park, this site offers an ideal setting for group camping excursions and outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds.Gatlinburg, one of the Smokies’ famous tourist towns, is located about 9 miles from the site, offering organized rafting trips, museums, restaurants, galleries, an aquarium, skiing and more.Visitors can enjoy high-quality backcountry fishing in the cool waters of the nearby Little River and countless other streams and rivers that snake through the mountains, with trout available in abundance. 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, with a number of those trails easily accessible from Elkmont Campground, including the popular Laurel Falls Trail, which leads to spectacular 80-ft. The Elkmont, Little River and James Creek Trails are also accessible.

Things to do nearby

Great Smoky Mountains National ParkLittle River

Best For

AnglersHikersWildlife watchersFamilies

Site Types

Tent

Amenities

Fire Rings

Picnic Tables

Flush Toilets

Drinking Water

Fishing

Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

May through October

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

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

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Elkmont Group Camp cost per night?+

Elkmont Group Camp costs $38–$75 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups.

What season is Elkmont Group Camp open?+

Elkmont Group Camp is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Does Elkmont Group Camp have hookups?+

No hookups.

What is the maximum RV length at Elkmont Group Camp?+

Elkmont Group Camp is primarily a tent camping facility. Contact the campground about RV access.

How do I make reservations at Elkmont Group Camp?+

Elkmont Group Camp is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.

How far is Elkmont Group Camp from the nearest town?+

Elkmont Group Camp is located in Gatlinburg, TN. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.

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