Reservations are available at Buddy Bear In The Smokies Campground, a privately operated RV and cabin property in Sevierville, Tennessee, priced between $40 and $50 per night with full hookups, including electric, water, and sewer connections at sites that accommodate rigs up to 80 feet. The campground sits off the main tourist corridor, which means it avoids the heaviest traffic of Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg while still keeping both within roughly a 10-minute drive. WiFi, a dump station, showers, and drinking water round out the on-site facilities.
Sites are paved and level, a detail multiple reviewers mention specifically. The terrain is open rather than wooded, so shade is limited, but each site includes a BBQ grill and campfire ring. The Little Pigeon River runs along the property, with hammocks and glider rockers set up along the bank. Bald eagles have been spotted fishing in the river, and a telescope on site lets campers get a closer look. JR B. called the bathrooms "brand new and immaculate," though conditions have varied across visits and years, so it's worth checking recent reviews before booking.
Road noise is a documented concern. The campground sits near a highway, and several campers note that traffic sound carries into the sites. It is not a remote, wooded setting despite being off the main strip. Summer visitors can access kayaks on the river, and the pool, when operational, adds another option. A small on-site store stocks firewood, charcoal, propane, and ice. Campers exploring camping near Sevierville will find this property among the more amenity-complete options in the area, particularly for larger RVs. Nearby alternatives include Yogi Bear RV Resort Pigeon Forge and The Ridge RV and Outdoor Resort, both located a short distance to the south.
Management responsiveness has been inconsistent across the review record, with some campers reporting attentive, hands-on staff and others describing communication problems and unresolved issues on arrival. The campground is open year-round. If the pool matters to your trip, confirm it will be open before booking, particularly outside of peak summer months.
Description
Open year round, spacious RV sites, full hook-ups, WiFi, laundry, fishing & kayaking. Watch the bald eagles. Conveniently located at 1518 Dolly Parton Parkway in Sevierville. Not only does our enclosed resort-style campground include everything your family could want to enjoy your Smoky Mountains vacation, but we’re located just a short drive from Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
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Map & DirectionsBuddy Bear In The Smokies Campground is located in Tennessee near Sevierville
Address
1518 Dolly Parton Pkwy
Sevierville, TN 37862
Coordinates
35.86381043 N
83.53689274 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 users
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 users
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
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























