Big Meadow Family Campground operates year-round with reservations available and accommodates RVs up to 75 feet on pull-through sites. The campground sits across the street from the Tennessee River, providing direct water access for tubing and floating activities that multiple visitors highlight as a key attraction. Sites include full hookups with electric, water, and sewer connections, plus each row operates on its own electrical meter to prevent power surges.
The facility maintains strict policies including locked gates from midnight to 7 AM and a $5 visitor parking fee. Cheri J. notes the owners are "busy keeping the place clean" with daily maintenance as needed. Amenities include restrooms, showers, laundry facilities, WiFi, cable TV, and a camp store stocked with commonly forgotten items. Recreation features include a splash pad, basketball court, sand playground, and small fitness area with treadmills and bikes.
The campground provides RV storage services and staff assistance with site setup and parking. A small pet area accommodates dogs, though management enforces waste cleanup policies strictly. Campers can access Smoky Waters Campground and other nearby options within walking distance along the river corridor. The location serves as a base for Great Smoky Mountains National Park access, with Cades Cove nine miles away and Gatlinburg 15 miles distant.
Description
Nestled between the stunning Great Smoky Mountains and the Little River sits the refuge you’ve been waiting for. Since 1995, this historic farmland now serves as the setting for the new memories you’ll share with your family and friends.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsBig Meadow Family Campground is located in Tennessee near Townsend
Directions
From: I-75 North from Chattanooga Area Exit #81 Lenior City Right US 321 NORTH 42 Mile to Townsend. Left at only traffic light in town. 1000′ feet or 2/10 mile cross bridge STOP. Immediate Left at end of bridge Campgound. 200′ on right.
Address
8215 Cedar Creek Rd
Townsend, TN 37882
Coordinates
35.68232123 N
83.73600636 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors
T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 5/15/26
VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 38 usersLast on 5/15/26
AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 5/15/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 38 usersLast on 5/15/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 40 min from Knoxville, TN
- 1 hr 5 min from Morristown, TN
- 1 hr 32 min from Cleveland, TN
- 2 hrs 15 min from Asheville, NC
