Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion

Great Smoky Mountains National Park — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: GATLINBURG, TN, TN

Price: From $16 per night

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (9 reviews)

Season: May through October

Tucked in the mountains under a canopy of cool shade, this picnic pavilion creates a peaceful and secluded environment for visitors, offering the best of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a hiker’s paradise, offering over 800 miles of maintained trails ranging from short, leg-stretchers to strenuous treks, with a number of those trails easily accessible from the picnic area. But hiking is not the only reason for visiting the Smokies: Fishing, picnicki

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Fishing

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

Tucked in the Great Smoky Mountains with over 800 miles of maintained trails accessible from the picnic area. Campers praise the peaceful woodland setting with picnic tables and stream views at a budget-friendly $16/night.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear sightings reported. Also present: Eastern Copperhead, Crotalus horridus, American Mink, Eastern Woodrat, Gray Ratsnake, Carolina Wren, and Common Raven.

Insider tips for Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion: Only 2 tent sites available — book early as it's a federal campground Charcoal only allowed in grills per camper reports Parking pass required: $5 per car per day or $15 per week at ranger station/visitor center

Skip Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion if: Seeking hookups — no hookups available. Visiting outside May-October seasonal window. Expecting paved roads — rough road access noted by campers.

Best time to visit Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion: May-October — Official operating season per verified data.

Nearby campgrounds: Twin Creeks Picnic Pavilion (GATLINBURG, TN), Cosby — Great Smoky Mountains NP (Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN), Collins Creek Picnic Pavilion (Cherokee, NC), Cosby Picnic Pavilion (Cosby, TN).

Cell Phone Coverage at Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion

Cell signal at Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion (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★ 4.6 (9 reviews)From $16/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Tucked in the mountains under a canopy of cool shade, this picnic pavilion creates a peaceful and secluded environment for visitors, offering the best of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a hiker’s paradise, offering over 800 miles of maintained trails ranging from short, leg-stretchers to strenuous treks, with a number of those trails easily accessible from the picnic area. But hiking is not the only reason for visiting the Smokies: Fishing, picnicking, wildlife viewing and auto touring are also popular activities. Visitors can enjoy high-quality backcountry fishing in the cool waters of the countless streams and rivers that snake through the mountains, with trout available in abundance.

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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
HookupsNo hookups.
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Fishing

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.
Skip it if:✕ Seeking hookups — no hookups available✕ Visiting outside May-October seasonal window✕ Expecting paved roads — rough road access noted by campers

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Only 2 tent sites available

book early as it's a federal campground

Charcoal only allowed in grills per camper reports

Parking pass required: $5 per car per day or $15 per week at ranger station/visitor center

Best: May-October

Official operating season per verified data

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Black Bear sightings reported. Also present: Eastern Copperhead, Crotalus horridus, American Mink, Eastern Woodrat, Gray Ratsnake, Carolina Wren, and Common Raven.

Location

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Getting there →

There is no street address for the picnic pavilion. From Gatliinburg, TN: Proceed east on U.S. 321 North about 6 miles. Turn right (south) at the Greenbrier sign. Picnic pavilion is about 3.5 miles from U.S. 321.

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 Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion cost per night?+
Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion costs $16 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion open?+
Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion?+
Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion?+
Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion 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 Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion open, and what are check-in times?+
Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion 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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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$16 /night★ 4.6 (9)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Twin Creeks Picnic Pavilion

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From $75/night

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Cosby — Great Smoky Mountains NP

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From $30/night

Collins Creek Picnic Pavilion

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From $32/night

Cosby Picnic Pavilion

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