RV campgrounds near Maryville, Tennessee sit in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, with elevations ranging from 850 to 1,200 feet. The area's climate features four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging in the high 80s and winter lows sometimes dipping below freezing. Most sites in the region maintain gravel pads that can become soft during spring's increased rainfall.
What to do
River activities: Accessible at several campgrounds with Little River being the most popular spot. "We stayed in the tent camping area. Absolutely beautiful site with a wonderful river view, but be aware that the direct river bank is considered common area including day use so it had a lot of traffic while we were there," notes a visitor at Little River Campground & RV Resort.
Hiking trails: Within 30 minutes of most Maryville area campgrounds. One camper at Up the Creek RV Camp mentioned, "This is a small, quiet campground just outside the craziness of Pigeon Forge. There are no real amenities, so you need a self contained camper."
Local attractions: Easily accessible via public transportation from some campgrounds. "Trolley stop directly by office so no need to drive down into Pigeon Forge," reports a camper at Riveredge RV Park. The trolley runs hourly and costs $1 per ride or $3 for an all-day pass.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Up the Creek RV Camp offers uncommon separation. "We love the fact that there is trees between campers so it doesn't feel like your camping on top one another," explained a regular visitor at Up the Creek RV Camp.
Clean facilities: Many campgrounds maintain high-standard bathhouses. "The bathhouse is seriously impressive and is, by far, the nicest campground bathhouse I've ever used! One of my favorite features was random and I never knew I was missing it in my life until now... the bathrooms have strong AC pumping right into each bathroom, making everything nice and cool when you come in from the hot campsite," shared a camper at Little River.
Proximity to towns: Most campers appreciate the balance of access and seclusion. "The location is very convenient to Townsend and we rode bikes out to explore and get food in the evening," noted a visitor at Little River Campground & RV Resort.
What you should know
Variable site conditions: Many campgrounds feature uneven terrain. "Sites here are very unlevel, but where your RV/camper and under awning is pretty level. The rest of the site falls away," reports a visitor at Honeysuckle Meadows RV resort.
Reservation timing: Peak seasons require significant advance planning. "It is so hard to get a reservation here, so we decided to take what we could get so we could try it out! Staff is very nice, park is clean and I'm sure in the summer it is bustling," explains a camper about Anchor Down RV Resort.
Site-specific considerations: The location within a campground significantly impacts experience. "The spots along the fence line are HORRIBLE! The road noise is awful and there's construction on the other side of the road that begins in the early morning and lasts till late afternoon. I would stay here again, but would definitely ask for a spot in the back of the resort," advises a camper about Creekside RV Park.
Tips for camping with families
Pool facilities: Vary significantly between campgrounds. "The pool and splash pad provided a lot of entertainment! Workers in store were very friendly! Only issue is the sites are small and close," explains a visitor at Riveredge RV Park.
Activities for children: Limited at some locations. "I would say very good for adults, but would work for families if they didn't need to have a playground," notes a camper at Honeysuckle Meadows. Other visitors add that some campgrounds are "geared more towards couples and people traveling without kids as there isn't anything for kids to do."
Seasonal program options: More plentiful in summer months. "They had crafts and hayrides while we were here," shared a camper at Pigeon Forge Landing RV Resort. "The pool was clear and clean and a salt water base so it wasn't an overpower of chlorine which I liked since I have a 9 month old."
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: Request specific areas within rv campgrounds near Maryville. "I would stay here again, but would definitely ask for a spot in the back of the resort (I wasn't given a choice on spots). I recommend you stay away from any spots along the road," advises a visitor at Creekside RV Park.
Technology considerations: WiFi and cellular vary widely across campgrounds. "Starlink had obstructions with the trees but we put it 20 feet up on a pole to help and it worked well enough for work and Netflix," shares a camper at Little River Campground & RV Resort.
Leveling equipment: Essential at many locations. "I had to move my camper 3 times before I could get it into a position where all the stabilizers were on the ground and the camper was level. A bit frustrating after a long drive," notes a visitor at Honeysuckle Meadows.
