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Townsend Great Smokies KOA and Little Arrow Outdoor Resort near the Great Smoky Mountains provide upscale glamping accommodations including luxury canvas tents, distinctive yurts, and premium cabins with modern amenities. These glamping sites feature comfortable beds with quality linens, private bathrooms, climate control systems, and furnished outdoor spaces for relaxation. One visitor noted, "We love Little Arrow Outdoor Resort! The bath house was one of the best we have ever used - spotless with plenty of hot water and pressure!" Located just minutes from the national park entrance, these glamping retreats combine wilderness immersion with creature comforts like full electricity, kitchenettes, and stylish interiors that create a true luxury outdoor experience.
Seasonal activities enhance the glamping experience at these Smoky Mountain retreats, with on-site swimming pools, river access for tubing and fishing, and guided wildlife viewing opportunities. The nearby 11-mile Cades Cove Loop offers exceptional wildlife viewing, historic pioneer structures, and spectacular mountain vistas accessible by car or bicycle. According to a camper, "What an amazing place to spend some time. The stars are amazing out in the fields at night." Most glamping accommodations remain open year-round, though some like Elkmont's unique safari tents operate seasonally from April through October. Evening stargazing, morning wildlife spotting, and convenient access to Townsend's restaurants and shops make these upscale outdoor stays perfect basecamps for exploring the region's natural wonders without sacrificing comfort.
"We were impressed with the paved parking space, picnic table, fire pit and level tent pad. It looks like these are very new. Proximity to cades cove loop was great."
"The one lane, one way, circular drive around Cades Cover is scenic but can get very crowded and cars will stop for any wildlife, go early..."
from $30 / night
Check Availability"The only bad part was the non quiet hours- so It was loud at night. But the campsites are far apart, easy walking distance to bathrooms."
"There are no hook ups for electric and sewer here, nor are their showers."
from $30 / night
Check Availability"When we first started going here it was a small family owned business and it has certainly changed since KOA took over but I think they’re all positive, just less of the charm."
"The Townsend KOA is located close to the entrance of Cades Cove. It has many rv, tent, and cabin sites. The sites on the river seem to be the best."
"Glamping, cabins, airstreams…something for everyone! There are so many options for activities here to keep the whole family happy.
The bathrooms are really nice."
"The bathhouses are the nicest I have ever seen. The sites were level and had full hook-ups. They are renovating the pool and it looks like it will be amazing."
from $60 - $185 / night
Check Availability"Really friendly staff. Nicely stocked store. Clean and large laundry room with TV. We loved the lazy river in the pool. Our site was concrete and level but as with most KOAs not cheap."
"Very clean and spacious bathroom/showers, staff great and perfect distance to tourist and Nature destinations"
"I would give it 5 stars if it had sewer connection on site. We stayed here 4 nights, and we loved it. The campground is not crowded, there is plenty of space between sites."
"Bath house we went to is clean and warm. All hosts are very nice and friendly. The lake views are beautiful and the fishing of the deck is so much fun!"
"it's a bbit claustrophobic, each site being quite close to the other. We were tent ccamping, and iit appears that most of the sites are a better desiggned for RV camping."
"Lovely campground on the river and close to amenities. Biking, hiking, tubing, swimming."
from $44 - $140 / night
Check Availability"Our oldest rented a bell tent, and when I say they are the cutest camping spot, I am not exaggerating. The bell tents sit on the river and away from all the RV sites."
"We stayed 3 nights in the Baby Bear bell tent with our small children and it was perfect. We ended up arriving later than expected and the hosts were wonderful. Very nice and helpful our whole stay."
from $35 - $258 / night
Check Availability"The grounds themselves are immaculate, the bathroom and showers are so clean they don't even smell like bathrooms."
"Beautiful lake. Well maintained. Easy access to hiking/biking trail. Clean bathrooms. Well stocked camp store."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"Tucked away in quiet town of Townsend TN on Hwy 73, the campground has tent sites and RV hookups. There are toilets and a shower for each restroom."
"Office staff was friendly and helpful, we ended up with a riverside lot which was pretty nice, had a firepit and a table with chairs setup."
ScoutFamily friendly Glamping campsites with solar shower, queen bed, memory foam mattress, night stands, all the essential cookware, campfire and grill, bathroom facilities, extra 4 person tent. A secluded, quiet and peaceful Private campground with fishing in their 3 acre pond and Miles of hiking Trails. Perfect getaway!
LegendCamp Leconte Luxury Resort is located in Gatlinburg near the Greenbriar area of the Smokies. It’s a fairly small campground right on the Parkway. It’s close to town, but far enough away to avoid traffic. The campground has nice, paved spots for rv’s. It has glamping tent cabins, as well as vintage campers. There is a camp store, but the campground is not far from a grocery store and liquor store. There’s a trolley stop nearby also, so if you’d like To go to the strip, you can take the trolley and not worry about parking. There’s a nice pool and playground. Very clean campground.
LegendI highly recommend this glamping spot. It could not be more perfect. This spot is new, and the set up is awesome. Perched on top of a hill, the site has great sunrise views. The glamping tent is very high quality, with a covered porch, two comfy beds, and a wood-burning stove, so camping is possible year-round. a fire pit is out front of the tent too. The spot has great hammock trees, as well as spots for tents for extra room. The property has a one-mile hiking trail. There are restrooms and an outdoor shower just a short walk or drive down the hill. The is a cabin, and event venue on-site also. The area is close to The Great Smoky Mountains, and also Downtown Knoxville. A perfect spot for a nice glamping getaway.
LegendI highly recommend this glamping spot. It could not be more perfect. This spot is new, and the set up is awesome. Perched on top of a hill, the site has great sunrise views. The glamping tent is very high quality, with a covered porch, two comfy beds, and a wood burning stove, so camping is possible year round. a fire pit is out front of the tent too.
The spot has great hammock trees, as well as spots for tents for extra room.
The property has a one mile hiking trail. There are restrooms and an outdoor shower justba short walk, or drive down the hill. The is a cabin, and event venue on site also.
The area is close to The Great Smoky Mountains, and also Downtown Knoxville. A perfect spot for a nice glamping getaway.
ScoutMy family and I have been camping at this campground for over 25 years now. When we first started going here it was a small family owned business and it has certainly changed since KOA took over but I think they’re all positive, just less of the charm. The sites along the river are by far the best, and the cost is reflective of that. They upgraded the bathhouse to be climate controlled recently... the best upgrade!!! The location is superb, right outside cades cove and a five min drive from put in for tubing down the river and one of the few places you can simply tune to without having to pay a service to shuttle you one way or the other. The staff is amazing. Definitely a must stop!
GuideWe stayed for a week on an RV back in site. The sites can be soemwhat close together, but with this mostly just being home base, we didn’t find it to be a problem. Our oldest rented a bell tent, and when I say they are the cutest camping spot, I am not exaggerating. The bell tents sit on the river and away from all the RV sites. They even include 2 full size beds and lamps/nightstands. The entire grounds is surrounded by a river that has a swimming hole and can be traversed in a tube. The playground is large and our son was there multiple times a day. They have a movie in the park each Friday and offer church services on Sundays. The trolley runs through the grounds and into downtown gatlinburg, but takes about 30 minutes to get to town. The bathrooms/showers are all private stalls and pretty well maintained. We will definitely be visiting again in the future.
GuideWe stayed 3 nights in the Baby Bear bell tent with our small children and it was perfect. We ended up arriving later than expected and the hosts were wonderful. Very nice and helpful our whole stay. The river front bell tents are where it’s at! You’re a few steps from a small babbling creek. The kids loved wading and catching minnows. Even when it rained, the tent was comfortable and roomy. I can’t say enough great things about how clean the bath and shower houses are! Close enough to Gatlinburg and the National Park entrances, yet far from the crazy crowds. Would definitely return here.
TravelerWe have been camping here for Thanksgiving for years. It is a family owned campground.
The bathhouse is the cleanest one I have ever seen and used. The fire pits are clean when you check in. They are right on the Trolley Route, just simply walk to the road and the Trolley will stop and pick you up.
They have Safari Tents, Tent Sites, Tree Houses, Retro Campers, Pull Thru and Back up Sites that will hold the largest of RV's. The RV sites have fire pits, grills, and a grass area that is always mowed.
They have a swimming pool and outdoor activity center. They have special activities going on at different times to keep the little ones entertained.
LegendAshley here with The Dyrt. We're so happy to welcome this property owner to our platform. Only 4 miles to downtown Gatlinburg, this campground submerges you in nature while being close to amenities. Don't have an RV or tent camping not your thing? No problem! Stay in a luxury tree house, European safari tent or a retro camper. Book your stay today and leave them some love!
Camping near Maryville, Tennessee offers varied terrain from the lowlands at 900 feet to the higher elevations reaching 6,643 feet at Clingmans Dome in the nearby Great Smoky Mountains. Winter temperatures typically range from 20-50°F while summer brings 70-90°F days with higher humidity. The region features a mix of developed campgrounds with hookups and more secluded options along rivers that provide natural cooling during summer months.
River tubing access: At Townsend-Great Smokies KOA, the Little River provides perfect tubing opportunities during summer months. "We loved the campground. Clean and staff are awesome. The Little River runs behind it. Go tubing!!! So much fun," shares Cathy O.
Bicycle riding on Cades Cove loop: The 11-mile scenic loop near Cades Cove Campground offers dedicated bicycle days. "What a great campground!! On certain days they close off the loop of Cades Cove for bicycles to be able to ride. At the store near the campground they rent bikes for a reasonable rate. We took the entire family on the loop bike ride," notes Jeremy H.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Early morning or dusk provides the best wildlife spotting times in the region. "This is a very unique spot in the smokies. I have never seen more black bear. It was a very safe distance we watched them about a football field away across a field pretty amazing experience," reports Ashley Y. about her Cades Cove experience.
Riverside camping spots: Many campers praise the water access at Greenbrier Campground. "Sites are a little cramped but they did a nice job separating with trees and such. Location is perfect with tons of stuff to do within very short drives. Great place for kids as well as there is plenty for them to do," explains Mark W.
Premium bathroom facilities: Clean, well-maintained facilities stand out at many area campgrounds. "The bathhouses were FABULOUS. SERIOUSLY. I've never wanted to bathe in a campground bathroom before, but I do it out of necessity. Well these bathrooms were luxurious and modern and so SO clean," shares Jenny J. about her stay at Little Arrow Outdoor Resort.
Family-friendly amenities: Playgrounds, swimming areas, and organized activities rank high with families. "This campground is beautiful only if you love lakes on top of a mountain! Great family spot or just you and your happy camper. The bathrooms are very clean and spacious. Great beach area and they rent SUP and kayaks," notes Tiffney B. about Indian Boundary.
Bear safety protocols: All camping areas require strict food storage compliance. "Very strict rules regarding food storage and park has managed to control bears and raccoons," reports Kim L. about her stay at Elkmont Campground.
Seasonal operating schedules: Many campgrounds close during winter months. "Approx 20 miles from main visitor center. The scenic drive increases congestion and traffic. Camp store is near campsites. Also a ranger station. Several hiking trails are accessible from campground," explains Kim L. regarding Cades Cove's layout.
Noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience road noise or commercial activity. "The camp is located right along a busy highway, the noise level was not too big of a problem since the campsites are not directly next to the highway but rather back in further, with some of the more coveted spots being right next to the river," shares Richard W. about Mountaineer Campground.
Swimming options: Multiple campgrounds offer water recreation options. "It's a beautiful setting with rivers running through it. Despite being one of the busiest campgrounds it was also very well maintained. Everything was in great condition from my table to the site itself," reports Crystal C. about her Elkmont experience.
Organized activities: Check campground schedules for planned events. "One weekend we were there (Fall) they had a live band for entertainment, on a Saturday evening, and it was awesome. They also had a S'mores bar set up for the kiddos," shares Jenny J. about Little Arrow Outdoor Resort.
Yurt camping Maryville, Tennessee options: For families seeking unique accommodations, Mountaineer Campground offers alternatives to traditional tent camping. "When we were there, they had also installed a couple of restored teardrop trailers from what appeared to be the 1960s. On our last night, we decided to switch from tent camping to renting one of the teardrops, which was quite small but quite fun," explains Richard W.
RV site selection: Choose sites with adequate space and hook-ups. "Amazing river views and very close to the entrance of the National park. After walking around the river front patios are amazing followed by the river front decks," advises John about Townsend-Great Smokies KOA.
Hookup availability: Many campgrounds offer full hookups. "Highs- Very friendly folks in the office, playground for the little ones, crystal clear swimming pool as well as kiddie pool, basketball court, laundry facility, clean bath and showers, vending machines and camp store. Newly cemented sites that require little to no leveling, full hookups with cable, fire ring and grill," notes Rich H. about Gateway RV Campground.
Cell coverage awareness: Service can be spotty in mountain areas. "We needed to work and do school while there and the Verizon cell service was limited and the WiFi signal was not great at our rig. The Lizard Lounge has a separate WiFi but you have to be inside or just outside to use it," advises John about connectivity challenges at Townsend-Great Smokies KOA.
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