Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights5 sites open for every nightMountaineer Campground
Sites from $36/night
$73 total for Nov 13–15 · before taxes & fees
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A forested campground near fishing.
Escape to our 2025 Forest River 30ft trailer in a gated luxury glamping resort! Located in Townsend on the Little River, you're steps from River Rat tubing and prime fishing.
Availability on Hipcamp.
| Site | Fr 13 | Sa 14 | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Glamping: Peaceful Side of the Smokies | ✓ | ✓ | from $199 |
✓ available · R reserved · X not available · C closed · W first come, first served · N not yet released
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Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights5 sites open for every night
Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights2 sites open for every night
Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights3 sites open for every night1 individual reservable campsite from Hipcamp, checked Nov 7. Rates are the listed nightly rates.
1 site · from $199/night
1 open Nov 13–Nov 15
An idea to start from, built from this campground's listing and real tours nearby. Times, openings and prices change, so check each before you go.
Explore Cades Cove as you drive the 11-mile loop road. Along the way, discover historic homesteads, churches, an active grist mill, and scenic vistas of the surrounding mountains.
Beginning in today's Elkmont Campground, this walking or driving tour will allow you to explore the rich history of the area that led to the birth of tourism within and the establishment of Great…
Source: National Park Service. Tours are in the free NPS App.
Rentals that may deliver here. Delivery may be available — confirm fees and dates with the owner before you book.
Travel trailer · 36 ft · sleeps 10 · 107 mi from campground
$119/night listed · RVshare · Delivery may be available
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Fifth wheel · 39 ft · sleeps 10 · 113 mi from campground
$150/night listed · RVshare · Delivery may be available
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Travel trailer · 37 ft · sleeps 10 · 158 mi from campground
$175/night listed · RVshare · Delivery may be available
View rentalPaid experiences on Viator. Distances are from this campground when the tour lists its own start point.
12 mi · 1.3 hr · from $46/person
12 mi · 10 min–30 min · from $19/person
12 mi · 1.8 hr · from $38/person
Mountain Farm Museum, behind the Oconaluftee Visitor Center
Oconaluftee Visitor Center porch
Cades Cove Orientation Shelter (before the entrance to Cades Cove Loop Road)
Source: National Park Service (Great Smoky Mountains National Park). Photos link to nps.gov and are credited to their photographers.
Share of site-nights open, booked and closed on Hipcamp for the next months, checked Nov 7. Months further out may not be released for booking yet.
| Month | Open | Booked | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Dec 2026 | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Jan 2027 | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Feb 2027 | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Mar 2027 | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| Apr 2027 | 100% | 0% | 0% |
| May 2027 | 100% | 0% | 0% |
12 mi · 2 hr · from $22/person
12 mi · 1 hr · from $84/person
12 mi · 2.5 hr · from $125/person
12 mi · 2 hr · from $47/person
13 mi · 2 hr · from $123/person
13 mi · 2 hr · from $40/person
Ranger programs, trails and park activities — typically free. Separate from paid tours above.
Walk 5 miles (8 km) roundtrip through rhododendron, hemlock, and pine-oak forest to a 25-foot (7.6-m) waterfall and scenic pool. Swimming in the pool is not recommended due to…
Enjoy a riverside stroll approximately 4 miles (6.4 km) roundtrip through a cove hardwood forest along one of the only dog- and bike-friendly trails in the park. This trail…
Hike 3.5 miles (5.6 km) roundtrip on this popular but challenging trail to enjoy views of surrounding mountains and the Chimney Tops pinnacles. This trail is steep and rocky at…
One of five routes to Mount Le Conte, the Bullhead Trail offers consistent views. The strenuous hike is 13.6 miles (21.9 km) roundtrip. Near the beginning, visitors will see rocky…
Hike 0.62-mile (1 km) roundtrip on Smokemont Nature Trail which provides a peaceful escape and views of the surrounding peaks.
The Bradley Fork Trail offers a scenic and diverse outdoor experience, featuring picturesque creeks, seasonal wildflowers, fishing access, horseback riding opportunities, and…
Source: National Park Service (Great Smoky Mountains National Park). Photos link to nps.gov and are credited to their photographers.
