Best Campgrounds near Bean Station, TN

Looking for the best campgrounds near Bean Station, TN? Bean Station is filled with the activities, sights, and experiences to make everyone in your crew a happy camper. You're sure to find the perfect spot for your Tennessee camping adventure.

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Best Camping Sites Near Bean Station, Tennessee (318)

    1. Panther Creek State Park Campground

    19 Reviews
    Talbott, TN
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 587-7046

    $26 - $42 / night

    "Panther Creek SP

    Panther Creek State Park was an unexpected find outside of Knoxville, TN , in Morristown. I’ve driven by the sign but no need to camp so close to home."

    "The hiking trails ranged from difficult to short and easy. The ’Trout’ hiking trail was very nice. One of the longer hikes was the Knob trail and it was very nice as well."

    2. Anchor Down RV Resort

    48 Reviews
    Sevierville, TN
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (877) 784-4446

    $49 - $139 / night

    "Anchors Down is just outside Severville Tennessee and Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Located on Douglas Lake with the Smokie Mountains in the back ground."

    "This campground is one of the best you will find in Tennessee.  "

    3. Lakefront Glamping Resort Cherokee Lake Tennessee

    3 Reviews
    Bean Station, TN
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 254-7727

    $149 - $299 / night

    "Open May-September, this property is located on Cherokee Lake. There are four glamping tents (two with king beds and two with queen beds) and the newest addition is a Micro A-Frame with a king bed."

    "Open May-September, this property is located on Cherokee Lake. There are four glamping tents (two with king beds and two with queen beds) and the newest addition is a Micro A-Frame with a king bed."

    4. Cherokee Dam Campground — Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)

    6 Reviews
    Jefferson City, TN
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 882-5263

    "Sites along the lake. Clean campground. They need to clean up around edge of sites along the lake to make it easier access."

    "There are some really great lakefront sites here, and the tent spots are great, note- they are walk in sites, and you can get in the water from these sites."

    5. Greenlee May Springs Campground — Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)

    3 Reviews
    Talbott, TN
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (866) 828-4802

    "Had a site back in by their cabins that was just off the lake which was great for fishing and the kids to explore!"

    "My campsite was a little small but it was right on Cherokee Lake. A lot of permanent residence that are there during the season and I was there offseason so not a lot of people."

    6. Glamping on the Clinch River LLC

    1 Review
    Bean Station, TN
    8 miles
    +1 (228) 627-6103

    $30 - $150 / night

    "Glamping on the Clinch River offers a relaxing getaway surrounded by rivers and waterfalls in northern Tennessee.  Check them out and make sure to leave a review on the Dyrt!"

    7. Cherokee Lake Campground

    1 Review
    Bean Station, TN
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 586-5232

    "Several Lake front spots. Shower and bathroom buildings on site. Several pavilions. Dumpsters, Lots of walking trails. As well as a boat ramp."

    9. Elkmont Campground — Great Smoky Mountains National Park

    123 Reviews
    Gatlinburg, TN
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (865) 430-5560

    $30 / night

    "I had the most fantastic campsite right next to the river in Elkmont."

    "We stayed 3 nights so we could hike the surrounding trails! Loved learning about the history of the area while checking out the old cabins."

    10. Cosby Campground — Great Smoky Mountains National Park

    70 Reviews
    Cosby, TN
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (423) 487-2683

    $50 / night

    "Drive in is a nice paved road, got our information on where our sites where from the Camp Host, Who was super informative."

    "Cosby is about half an hour outside of Gatlinburg and worth every minute.

    A16 was big and shady. There were a few steps down to it. Plenty of trees and distance to the nearest neighbors."

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  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Panther Creek State Park Campground

    Panther creek camping

    I had a very cute camp spot up in the woods away from the road it was number 50 it was so cute and quieter than the rest of the spots. It also had two fire pits one up by the tent area and one down by the picnic table

  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 27, 2025

    Baileyton KOA Holiday

    Nice overnight stop

    We are headed from Atlanta to Fredericksburg VA for a wedding. This is a very nice place for an overnight stop, probably one of the nicest for a KOA. Very clean and tidy campground. Mostly level, gravel sites. But some grass between sites! Some shade. Full hookups. Clean bathroom & shower. Pool, playground, driving range, big water slide. The internet is VERY slow. Also lots of road noise from I-81. Gift shop & convenient store in office. We’ve taken our travel trailer to 48 states, and have found KOAs generally convenient, but not much more. This place is definitely above average

  • Kc K.
    Aug. 24, 2025

    Big Ridge State Park Campground

    Big level site

    Site 43. Big site. fairly flat. Just have levelers on one side. Close to the bathhouse and a quick walk to the entrance to get to the store, swim area, etc. Roads are a little narrow in the campground, made it a little hard to back trailer in- the front of the truck was the issue hitting rocks on the side of the road.

  • A
    Aug. 24, 2025

    Triple Creek Campground

    Would recommend!

    It got only for stars because I can hear traffic from my campsite.
    I was next to a brook, under a paw paw tree. It was safe, very friendly. The bath and shower house were clean and very nice for tent camping! Laundry room, firewood delivery.

  • PThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 16, 2025

    Around Pond RV Park

    Very nice stop over campground

    Stayed for one night as a stop over on our trip home. Easiest check in we have ever had. Pulled up to the staging area near the office and didn’t even have to get out of the truck. Guy came up on a golf cart and confirmed my name. Took us right to our spot which was a full hook up pull through. Site was gravel and completely level. A lot of full time campers here but that doesn’t bother us at all. Nice little pond to walk the dogs around or just sit and relax. There is no store or pool but we never use those anyway. There is a laundry on site and a good size area with grills and picnic tables to use if you want. Sure it’s not a KOA with all the amenities but for a stop over or even a few day stay it’s fine. And ONLY $39 a night ! Btw KOA right down the road wouldn’t accept our reservation because they require a 2 night minimum.

  • Melissa C.
    Aug. 6, 2025

    Dudley Creek RV Resort

    Great place with nice hosts

    Beautiful campground very close to Gatlinburg. We love the black bear theme, the pool, and the playground. Some sites are right on the creek.

  • Beth B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 4, 2025

    Clinch River Family Campground

    Be prepared for 7 mile drive from main road

    We chose this campground because it was close to Natural Tunnel and Devils Fork trail (30-45 min). Both of these are worth doing if you are in the area. We chose to only hike to Devils bathtub (about 2 miles one way). It was exceptional but difficult.

    Most of the final road to campground is paved with exception of last mile, its wide enough but slow going. You will lose cellular pretty quickly when you turn on that road.

    Campground is well maintained, lots of playground equipment for kids and a launch for tubes/kayaks. At main road there is a public launch if you want to put in there and then float to campground.

    No laundry. Bathhouse is just ok, dated but functional.

    Owners are nice, and communicate quickly by email or phone. We had issue with the site we reserved and just moved over one site when setting up late and in the rain…told owner next day and it was no problem.

  • Zoey T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 31, 2025

    Smokey Mountain Hidden Stills RV Campground

    Wonderful location - quiet - nice amenities

    We had been camping in national forests for a new days and needed a bit of a reset and this was perfect. Very dog friendly. Extremely well maintained. Quiet. Easy hookups for power and water. Nice bathrooms. Almost a hotel in nature. Choose creekside - we loved #7 but all of the pull-ups were nice!


Guide to Bean Station

Camping near Bean Station, Tennessee, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful getaway or an adventure-filled trip, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the trails around the campgrounds. Many campers recommend the Little River Trail for its stunning views. One visitor at Elkmont Campground shared, "We did one of our hikes from our site—the Little River Trail to Cucumber Gap, and it was beautiful."
  • Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for local wildlife. A camper at Cades Cove Campground noted, "Had numerous sightings of wildlife even in the campground."
  • Water Activities: Enjoy swimming or tubing in nearby rivers. A review from Greenbrier Campground mentioned, "The river ran close enough to our site that we didn't feel like we needed a premium spot."

What campers like:

  • Scenic Views: Campers appreciate the beautiful surroundings. One visitor at Cosby Campground said, "Cosby Campground offers a serene and less crowded camping experience."
  • Clean Facilities: Many campgrounds are well-maintained. A reviewer at Anchor Down RV Resort praised, "The bathrooms/showers are super clean."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often mention the helpfulness of the staff. A visitor at Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg KOA Campground noted, "The staff was awesome and it's a great facility."

What you should know:

  • Privacy Concerns: Some campgrounds have sites that are close together. A camper at Cades Cove Campground mentioned, "Most sites are close together, not a lot of privacy."
  • Limited Cell Service: Be prepared for spotty cell service in many areas. A visitor at Greenbrier Campground said, "There was okay Verizon cell service with 2 bars around 30-40mbps."
  • Bear Awareness: Keep food secured to avoid attracting bears. A camper at Cades Cove Campground warned, "Do not forget to remove the drip pan on the Blackstone!!!! Doing so just irritates the bears."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and activities. A family at Greenbrier Campground enjoyed, "There were bounce houses, multiple playgrounds, and a game room."
  • Plan for Meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals or check if the campground has a store. A visitor at Hot Springs Campground mentioned, "The campground has adequate bathroom facilities and showers."
  • Safety First: Always supervise kids near water. A camper at Anchor Down RV Resort noted, "There is so much to do with the water activities."

Tips from RVers:

  • Site Selection: Choose sites that accommodate larger RVs. A reviewer at Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg KOA Campground mentioned, "The campground is very close to everything, and it has all the amenities you'd need."
  • Check Amenities: Look for campgrounds with electric hookups and dump stations. A visitor at Cataloochee Campground noted, "Water is available throughout the grounds, as are trash bins and grey water dumps for dish water."
  • Be Prepared for Crowds: Some campgrounds can get busy, especially on weekends. A camper at Townsend-Great Smokies KOA shared, "It started to get crowded during the weekend."

Camping near Bean Station, Tennessee, has something for everyone. Whether you're in an RV or tent, you'll find plenty of activities and beautiful spots to enjoy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Bean Station, TN?

According to TheDyrt.com, Bean Station, TN offers a wide range of camping options, with 318 campgrounds and RV parks near Bean Station, TN and 5 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Bean Station, TN?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Bean Station, TN is Panther Creek State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 19 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Bean Station, TN?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 5 free dispersed camping spots near Bean Station, TN.

What parks are near Bean Station, TN?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 32 parks near Bean Station, TN that allow camping, notably Cumberland Gap National Historic Park and Cherokee National Forest.