Best Glamping near Kodak, TN

GlampKnox houses luxury tent cabins with covered porches, rocking chairs, and wood-burning stoves for year-round comfort. This peaceful glamping retreat sits on picturesque property with a one-mile hiking trail, twin beds with comfortable mattresses, and battery-powered lanterns. The property features outdoor shower facilities, restrooms, and a fire pit for evening gatherings. Little Arrow Outdoor Resort in Townsend provides yurt accommodations alongside other glamping options with modern amenities including electricity, water hookups, and shower facilities. Both locations offer proximity to Great Smoky Mountains National Park while maintaining a peaceful atmosphere. One reviewer highlighted, "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."

Visitors staying at these glamping resorts enjoy direct access to natural attractions while maintaining comfortable accommodations. GlampKnox's hilltop setting provides panoramic sunrise views, hammock-friendly trees, and proximity to both downtown Knoxville and the Smoky Mountains. The property includes horses and an event barn, creating a picturesque rural setting. Little Arrow Outdoor Resort features full-service amenities with both waterfront sites and mountain views. A recent visitor mentioned, "The property has a beautiful cabin that is also available to rent, as well as a wedding/event barn venue. There are horses on the property too. It is some of the most picturesque property you'll find!" Canvas tent accommodations and yurt rentals throughout the area maintain availability year-round, with seasonal activities varying by location and most sites requiring advance reservations.

Best Glamping Sites Near Kodak, Tennessee (67)

    1. Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg KOA Campground

    55 Reviews
    Pigeon Forge, TN
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (865) 453-7903

    "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"

    2. Elkmont Campground — Great Smoky Mountains National Park

    124 Reviews
    Gatlinburg, TN
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (865) 430-5560

    $30 / night

    "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."

    3. Greenbrier Campground

    70 Reviews
    Gatlinburg, TN
    20 miles
    Website

    $35 - $258 / night

    "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."

    4. Cades Cove Campground

    98 Reviews
    Townsend, TN
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (865) 448-4103

    $30 / night

    "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..."

    5. River Plantation RV Resort

    11 Reviews
    Pigeon Forge, TN
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 758-5267

    $30 - $71 / night

    "Bath house was OK. On the good side there were lots of families and pets. Playground with bounce house. Pool and basketball courts. Office staff was efficient and helpful."

    "It feels like you are away from the busy area but still close by to all the action. Friendly staff and great pool."

    6. Gateway RV Campground - Tennessee

    16 Reviews
    Pigeon Forge, TN
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (865) 428-4490

    $51 - $171 / night

    "We paid extra to get the upgraded spot which included a picnic table, grill, and fire pit. The pool was closed, but it was storming the majority of our trip."

    "Great location and the staff was friendly but that’s the pros."

    7. Townsend-Great Smokies KOA

    28 Reviews
    Townsend, TN
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (865) 448-2241

    "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."

    8. Little Arrow Outdoor Resort

    22 Reviews
    Townsend, TN
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (865) 448-6363

    $60 - $185 / night

    "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."

    9. GlampKnox

    3 Reviews
    Kodak, TN
    8 miles
    Website

    $75 - $175 / night

    "This spot is new, and the set up is awesome. Perched on top of a hill, the site has great sunrise views."

    "This spot is new, and the set up is awesome. Perched on top of a hill, the site has great sunrise views."

    10. Riverside RV Park & Resort

    2 Reviews
    Sevierville, TN
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (865) 453-7299

    "Convenient to highway 66 that runs from Interstate 40 to Sevierville. Not particularly charming, but seems to be clean and well run. Worked well for a one night stay."

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Glamping Reviews near Kodak, TN

838 Reviews of 67 Kodak Campgrounds


  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 27, 2025

    Lakefront Glamping Resort Cherokee Lake Tennessee

    A-Frame Glamping on Cherokee Lake

    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. This used to be a dedicated campsite and can still be used as one as the A-Frame is on wheels and can be moved. We stayed in the A-Frame which has a private fire pit and picnic table.

    The A-Frame is cozy with the bed taking up 95% of the space. There is also a small beanbag-type chair, dorm fridge, coffee maker, and two charging pads. There is electricity and light, but it is not bright enough to read in the evening. One of the nicest features is the window side that faces the lake can be opened, making it an open-air accommodation. However, despite it being on the lake, you will also hear almost constant road noise. The glamping tents are located further away from the lake in the woods so I imagine the road noise would be less or non-existent here. 

    Ben and Kim, the owners, are still working on this property and they recently completed a very nice bathhouse with two toilets, two sinks, and two outdoor showers. Towels are provided. They are currently working on a boat dock. 

    We chose the SUP n Stay package (middle price option); included in our reservation was the rental of either a SUP or kayak. The Stay package includes accommodations plus a floating lake mat. The Stay n Play reservation includes the SUP or kayak rental plus a two-hour lake excursion. Unfortunately, it started to rain after we had been out on the lake for about a half hour. The rain resulted in a very muddy area around the A-Frame and Tennessee mud is no joke. We accumulated about an inch of the thick gooey mud on our shoes. 

    Ben and Kim were very welcoming and gracious hosts. Communication was great and they made sure we had no questions. The Micro A-Frame was a unique way to spend the night. The only reason for four stars and not five was the mud and road noise.

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 27, 2025

    Lakefront Glamping Resort Cherokee Lake Tennessee

    A-Frame Glamping on Cherokee Lake

    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. This used to be a dedicated campsite and can still be used as one as the A-Frame is on wheels and can be moved. We stayed in the A-Frame which has a private fire pit and picnic table. 

    The A-Frame is cozy with the bed taking up 95% of the space. There is also a small beanbag-type chair, dorm fridge, coffee maker, and two charging pads. There is electricity and light, but it is not bright enough to read in the evening. One of the nicest features is the window side that faces the lake can be opened, making it an open-air accommodation. However, despite it being on the lake, you will also hear almost constant road noise. 

    The glamping tents are located further away from the lake in the woods so I imagine the road noise would be less or non-existent here. 

    Ben and Kim, the owners, are still working on this property and they recently completed a very nice bathhouse with two toilets, two sinks, and two outdoor showers. Towels are provided. They are currently working on a boat dock. 

    We chose the SUP n Stay package (middle price option); included in our reservation was the rental of either a SUP or kayak. The Stay package includes accommodations plus a floating lake mat. The Stay n Play reservation includes the SUP or kayak rental plus a two-hour lake excursion. Unfortunately, it started to rain after we had been out on the lake for about a half hour. The rain resulted in a very muddy area around the A-Frame and Tennessee mud is no joke. We accumulated about an inch of the thick gooey mud on our shoes. 

    Ben and Kim were very welcoming and gracious hosts. Communication was great and they made sure we had no questions. Our stay in the micro A-Frame was a very unique stay. The only reason for four stars and not five was the mud and road noise.

  • Ashley M.
    Sep. 17, 2019

    Moonshine Creek Campground

    Beautiful Campground

    My husband and I stayed here for my birthday in one of the camping cabins. We will definitely be back now that we have our A-frame camper. The campground is beautiful with a mountain stream flowing through the entire campground. Immaculate bathhouses and wonderful owners. Great store onsite and lots to do in the surrounding area.

  • Nate H.
    Sep. 30, 2020

    Camp LeConte Luxury Outdoor Resort

    Vintage campers!

    Camp 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.

  • Nate H.
    Dec. 9, 2020

    GlampKnox

    One of My Absolute Favorites!

    I 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.

  • Nate H.
    Dec. 9, 2020

    GlampKnox

    One of My Absolute Favorites!

    I 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.

  • S
    Oct. 16, 2016

    Moonshine Creek Campground

    Moonshine Creek Campground

    Owners are very friendly. Our tent campsite was very secluded, included a fire pit, picnic table, over looking deck, running water and electric. Loved hearing the running creek from our tent site. Very clean bathrooms. Highly recommended!

  • Katie K.
    Sep. 11, 2020

    Townsend-Great Smokies KOA

    Perfect spot outside the smoky mountain national park

    My 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!

  • Sarah R.
    Jun. 21, 2021

    Greenbrier Campground

    Amazing location in the Smokies

    We 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.


Guide to Kodak

Glamping options near Kodak, Tennessee include canvas tent structures, yurts and comfortable cabins that provide access to natural settings while maintaining modern comforts. The area sits at elevations between 900 and 1,200 feet, creating varied terrain that transitions between the Tennessee Valley and the Smoky Mountains. Most glamping sites maintain availability throughout all four seasons, with temperatures ranging from below freezing in winter to 80-90°F in summer months.

What to do

Bicycle Cades Cove Loop: The 11-mile loop in Great Smoky Mountains National Park has designated vehicle-free times for cyclists. "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. This was so much fun," notes a visitor from Cades Cove Campground.

Explore historic structures: Visit the abandoned cottages at Elkmont's Daisy Town ghost town area. "Once you've set up camp, walk or drive down the road toward the Little River and Jakes Creek trails. Follow the signs for additional parking and you'll find yourself at the end of a road lined with assorted cottages and cabins that used to be vacation homes," shares a camper at Elkmont Campground.

Use the Gatlinburg Trolley: Some campgrounds offer direct access to town without driving. "This place is awesome! Great location on a river, quiet, well maintained… even has a Gatlinburg trolley stop on the grounds so makes day trips into the town easy!" reports a visitor staying at Greenbrier Campground.

What campers like

Private bathroom facilities: Several glamping sites and campgrounds offer individual bathroom units rather than communal facilities. "The bath houses were excellent, by far they were the best thing about this place. Very clean, spacious, and well appointed," writes a camper about Little Arrow Outdoor Resort.

Riverfront sites: Camping along the Little Pigeon River provides water sounds and recreational opportunities. "We stayed in site #16 and it was perfect! It's one of their wider sites so we didn't feel we were on top of our neighbors. The Little Pigeon River was just steps off the back of our camper," explains a guest at Greenbrier Campground.

Winter camping comfort: Some glamping tents include wood-burning stoves for off-season stays. "Very helpful and accommodating to a tent camper," notes a winter visitor at Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg KOA Campground.

What you should know

Noise considerations: Highway and commercial activity can affect some campgrounds despite scenic settings. "We were awakened every night at 1 am or later to the sounds of tractor trailers backing up. The came the loud bangs of the trucks actually being loaded," warns a tent camper about Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg KOA Campground.

Space limitations: Many developed campgrounds maximize capacity which affects site size. "The sites are narrow and fairly close together, although they've done an excellent job of maintaining the heavy trees around the river and on the 'treelawn' area which separates each site," explains a reviewer at Greenbrier Campground.

Advanced planning required: Reserve sites early, especially during popular seasons. "Sites are booked in advance through recreation.gov so make sure you book, during nice weather this place is very busy, even during the week," advises a camper at Elkmont Campground.

Tips for camping with families

Activity centers: Look for campgrounds with dedicated recreation facilities. "Very kid friendly KOA. Was always very busy with comers and goers due to the area being touristy," mentions a visitor to Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg KOA Campground.

Swimming options: Some sites offer designated swimming areas during summer months. "The swimming hole was a blessing durning the hot days! (Think ice bucket challenge). The tubing was fun for the older kids and adults," shares a reviewer at Greenbrier Campground.

Indoor recreation spaces: Air-conditioned common areas provide comfort during extreme weather. "Best kept secret was the free arcade room in AC with couches to boot," notes a family staying at Greenbrier Campground.

Tips from RVers

Site selection strategies: Front sections of campgrounds often have different amenities than back areas. "If we do go back, it will be to stay on the opposite side of the property, much farther back off the main road and pray for a little more peace and quiet," advises an RVer at Little Arrow Outdoor Resort.

Uneven sites: Some campgrounds require leveling equipment. "Only surprise was unlovely site, our neighbor had to loan blocks to set camper," mentions a guest at River Plantation RV Resort.

Cable and Wi-Fi access: Campgrounds near Kodak often offer connectivity despite mountain terrain challenges. "Sites also come equipped with water, sewer and electric hook ups, and even a cable hookup!" reports a camper at Greenbrier Campground.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular glamping campsite near Kodak, TN?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Kodak, TN is Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg KOA Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 55 reviews.

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