What are the hours and season for Smokemont Group Camp?

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

How do I book a campsite at Smokemont Group Camp?

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

Smokemont Group Camp

Great Smoky Mountains National Park — riverside, fishing, hiking

Cherokee, NC3.9 (9)

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Situated in the stunning Great Smoky Mountains National Park, this sunny group camp offers an ideal setting for camping excursions. Ridge upon ridge of forest straddles the border between North Carolina and Tennessee in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. World-renowned for its diversity of plant and animal life, the beauty of its ancient mountains and the quality of its remnants of Southern Appalachian culture, this is America’s most visited national park.Smokemont Group Camp offers an unforgettable outdoor experience with the added convenience of flush toilets, drinking water and sinks.

Things to do nearby

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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 Smokemont Group Camp cost per night?+

Smokemont Group Camp costs $50 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups.

What season is Smokemont Group Camp open?+

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

Does Smokemont Group Camp have hookups?+

No hookups.

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

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

How do I make reservations at Smokemont Group Camp?+

Smokemont 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 Smokemont Group Camp from the nearest town?+

Smokemont Group Camp is located in Cherokee, NC. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.

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