The sound of the Little Pigeon River follows campers everywhere at Greenbrier. The campground is laid out on an island of sorts, accessed by a small bridge off Route 321, with the river splitting and wrapping around the perimeter so that most sites back directly up to the water. That layout shapes the experience more than any single amenity: fire pits positioned in the rocks at the river's edge, hammocks strung between trees over the current, and at night, the steady rush of water audible from inside tents and RVs alike.
Sites run narrow and close together, with pea gravel pads and a strip of trees between each one providing some visual separation. Tent campers should note the 16-by-16-foot size limit on tent pads and plan accordingly. The riverfront bell tents, which include beds and sit steps from the creek, tend to book months out. Spots along the newer loop have wider footprints and access to a separate bathhouse. Erin H. notes the bathrooms are "nicer than many hotels," a characterization that holds up across dozens of reviews praising the private shower stalls and granite counters. Cell service is unreliable due to the surrounding mountains, but the campground's WiFi handles most tasks short of video calls.
Activities center on the river. The swimming hole in the back corner has rocks for jumping and enough current for tubing. The river is restocked with trout every other week, making fishing a consistent draw. A large playground, basketball half-court, volleyball, a fenced dog park, and a weekly farmers market round out the on-site options. A trolley stop runs through the grounds into downtown Gatlinburg, though the ride takes around 30 minutes. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park entrance at Greenbrier is a short drive away, and Camp LeConte sits nearby for campers comparing options in the corridor.
Greenbrier runs from March through December, with rates ranging from $35 to $258 per night depending on site type and season. Reservations are essential and often need to be made months in advance for summer and holiday weekends. Campers who want a quieter visit are better served by weekday stays in the shoulder season. If the Smokies are on your list, this one rewards early planning.
Description
Greenbrier Campground TN is surrounded by the Little Pigeon River and offer RV sites, tent camping, RV rentals, cabins, and bell tents. Located only 6 miles from downtown Gatlinburg and 8 miles from the entrance to the GSMNP, we are convenient to all area attractions.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsGreenbrier Campground is located in Tennessee near Gatlinburg
Directions
Take I-40 West to Exit 440 (Wilton Springs Road/Gatlinburg) Turn left off the exit on 321 South. Turn right in ¼ mile to continue on 321 South. Follow 321 South to the stop sign and turn left continuing on 321 South. Follow to a right turn continuing on 321 South. Continue straight on 321 South. You will enter the Town of Pittman Center. Turn right on Highway 416 (Pittman Center Road). You will see the Greenbrier Campground sign at this turn on your right. It is a brown sign with white lettering. After turning on Hwy 416 the Greenbrier Campground entrance is 250 yards up on the left. You will see another sign on your left directing you over the bridge to our registration office.
Address
2353 E Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Coordinates
35.74461713 N
83.41565982 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 8/13/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 5/22/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 3 users
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 8/13/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 5/22/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 3 users
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
- Yurts
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







































