Best Campgrounds near Talbott, TN

Join the fun near Talbott. With tons of outdoor activities and scenic camping, this is an excellent vacation spot for all kinds of travelers. Talbott is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. Get the dirt on all the best camping near Talbott. Browse campgrounds by amenities, site types, and more.

Best Camping Sites Near Talbott, Tennessee (382)

    1. Anchor Down RV Resort

    48 Reviews
    Sevierville, TN
    14 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.  "

    2. Panther Creek State Park Campground

    19 Reviews
    Talbott, TN
    4 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."

    3. Douglas Tailwater Campground — Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)

    18 Reviews
    Sevierville, TN
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (865) 361-1522

    "I was very lucky to find this spot near the Great Smoky Mountains. It was October, cool and fine, when I backed up to the French Broad River in this immaculate campsite with super friendly hosts."

    "Driving distance to locations for exploring."

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

    6 Reviews
    Jefferson City, TN
    6 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. Greenbrier Campground

    70 Reviews
    Gatlinburg, TN
    28 miles
    Website

    $35 - $258 / night

    "Had a blast at The Greenbrier Campground in Gatlinburg Tennessee. We had a view of the river which was right next to.our campsite."

    "The campground is surrounded by a little river so many sites have river views. Most are relatively spacious. There are also a few spots on the road side of the island.

    The amenities were spotless."

    6. Douglas Dam Headwater Campground — Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)

    13 Reviews
    Sevierville, TN
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 882-5263

    "We decided to give this place a try and it turned out to be a great location! We stayed in lot 7, which is next to a hill and the kids loved running up and down the hill."

    "close to the city, but beautiful nonetheless. wake up early for a beautiful sunrise over the lake"

    7. Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg KOA Campground

    54 Reviews
    Pigeon Forge, TN
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (865) 453-7903

    "Had we been in a site away from the river, we’d have been packed in like sardines."

    "Close to everything, right in the heart of pigeon forge. Best bath houses we’ve ever been too, all other reviews were spot on!"

    8. Dumplin Valley Farm RV Park

    11 Reviews
    Kodak, TN
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (865) 397-7942

    $33 - $38 / night

    "We can be flexible with parking situations for those of you traveling with larger rigs pulling trailers, etc."

    "We planned an overnight stop at Dumplin as it was close to the interstate. It is very nice! Sites were part gravel and easy to pull through. We were in a pull through with full hook ups."

    9. Elkmont Campground — Great Smoky Mountains National Park

    123 Reviews
    Gatlinburg, TN
    35 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
    30 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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Recent Reviews near Talbott, TN

1937 Reviews of 382 Talbott Campgrounds


  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 9, 2025

    Camp Margaritaville RV Resort & Lodge

    Beautiful grounds if you feel like splurging

    It is an absolutely beautiful campground with an awesome club house and a ton to do. The pool and lazy river are heated. Honestly though you really need to want to splurge to justify staying here because you are still camping if that makes sense.

    Also the trolley “system” is super confusing and the front desk knows nothing about it lol

    Our site is great. It is right across the road from the playground without having to pay for a family site.

  • Lisa M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 8, 2025

    East Campground - Norris Dam State Park

    Nice park but road is not that friendly

    Google maps and the website will tell you to take the 441 to get here but I recommend going down to the 61 and coming up that way as the road is quite a bit wider and not so steep and windy. The last mile or so into the campground is a pretty narrow road that when we were here was in bad shape with potholes. Note that some of the campsites have only 30 amp and some of the campsites have only 50 amp so when making a reservation don’t assume that a 50 amp campsite will also have 30 amp. They all did appear to 20 amp. There is a dump station available and a fairly nice bathroom and showers. Most of the spaces are fairly level and fairly easy to get into. 1-3 were quite short. Recommend popping down to the Clinch River Brewery for a beverage and possibly dinner. Also the Appalachian museum in Norris was pretty fascinating.

  • Joel R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 8, 2025

    Cades Cove Campground

    Quite, beautiful, weekend traffic

    This is one of the quietest campgrounds I’ve stayed at. Sites are nestled in the woods in a cove in the Smokies. No cell service. No internet. No cable tv. Just peace and quiet! This is a national park campgrounds, so no water, electric or hookups. There is a dump station and modern bathrooms. Cold water showers. There is a camp store with basics. There is a lot of traffic especially on weekends with visitors driving the scenic Cades Cove Loop Road.

  • e
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Wilderness Road Campground

    Nice National Park Campground

    Pretty park. Sites are wooded and not too close together. Most sites need leveling blocks. The bath house is small. 2 stalls and sinks in the bathroom . 2 individual shower rooms. There appeared to be only 2 bathrooms/bath houses for the entire campground. Water pump at bathroom area. No dish washing station. Some sites had electricity, but not all of them. There are lots of hiking trails and a great visitor center. I hope to go back when I can spend more time in the park. Three star rating mainly due to the inadequate number of showers/bathrooms.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Little River Campground & RV Resort

    Labor Day weekend

    Overall a positive experience. 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. The staff was very helpful and friendly. Being a holiday weekend it was very crowded and very noisy, including a few neighbors without regards to quiet hours. Overall the facilities including bath house are were very nice though I believe the large crowds caused issues with the crew being able to keep up with keeping them clean. The location is very convenient to Townsend and we rode bikes out to explore and get food in the evening. We would definitely go back just probably not on a holiday weekend.

  • VThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Mountaineer Campground

    Pleasant Stay

    Lovely campground on the river and close to amenities. Biking, hiking, tubing, swimming. My favorite experience here has been the pavilion prayer and fellowship on Sunday mornings hosted by Charm ministry volunteers. Very casual with lots of singing and great conversation in a very positive and welcoming atmosphere. The bathrooms and showers were kept very clean as well as the laundry and pool area. The camp hosts were very helpful and work hard to keep the above clean. The campground offers a 50% discount on a 28-day stay which I took advantage of. They allowed me to stay an extra 28 days due to my dog passing away so I could wait for his remains. They were very understanding, thoughtful and gracious during this sad time for me and I am very grateful to the management and hosts for the time, space and respect they extended to me July & August.

  • 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.


Guide to Talbott

Camping near Talbott, Tennessee, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are plenty of options to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking: The area is surrounded by stunning trails. Many campers recommend the Little River Trail, which leads to beautiful views and is perfect for a family hike. One camper shared, "We did one of our hikes from our site— the Little River Trail to Cucumber Gap, and it was beautiful."
  • Swimming and tubing: Enjoy the refreshing waters of nearby rivers. Campers at Greenbrier Campground mentioned, "The river ran close enough to our site that we didn't feel like we needed a premium spot. Plenty of spots for swimming or tubing if you drop in upstream."
  • Wildlife watching: The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is nearby, making it a great spot for spotting wildlife. One visitor at Cosby Campground noted, "There is something like 150 sites, but there was only 12 sites filled when we got there."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review from Anchor Down RV Resort stated, "The bathhouse was very nice and clean. Also has a laundry area."
  • Friendly staff: Many campers mention the helpfulness of the campground staff. One camper at Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg KOA Campground said, "The staff was awesome and it's a great facility."
  • Scenic views: Campers love the beautiful surroundings. A visitor at Loyston Point Campground remarked, "You can camp on the water and watch amazing sunsets."

What you should know:

  • Privacy concerns: Some campgrounds have sites that are close together. A camper at Elkmont Campground mentioned, "All of the campsites are extremely close together, and there is no brush to divide them."
  • Bear awareness: Bears are common in the area, so it's important to store food properly. A camper at Big Ridge State Park Campground warned, "If you choose to stay at one of the backcountry sites, heed the warnings, the hike will be tough."
  • Limited amenities: Some campgrounds may not have all the amenities you expect. A review from Cosby Campground noted, "This was a good campsite for the upper-middle class to bring their families and RV to say they camped. But nothing really to do but hike."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Activities for kids: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and organized activities. Campers at Greenbrier Campground enjoyed, "Lots for the kids to do. Trolley that goes into Gatlinburg."
  • Safety first: Always keep an eye on children, especially near water. One camper at Camp Riverslanding mentioned, "During the hot days we put our chairs right in the water and stayed cool."
  • Plan for downtime: Bring games or books for quiet time. A family at Townsend-Great Smokies KOA appreciated the peaceful environment, saying, "This is a quiet family area and very laid back."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A visitor at Anchor Down RV Resort noted, "The sites are pricey to begin with."
  • Use amenities: Take advantage of laundry and shower facilities. One camper at Camp Riverslanding said, "The bathhouse was very nice and clean."
  • Explore nearby attractions: Don't forget to check out local attractions. A camper at Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg KOA Campground mentioned, "The campground is very close to everything, and it has all the amenities you'd need."

Camping near Talbott, Tennessee, offers a great mix of outdoor fun and relaxation. Whether you're with family or friends, there's something for everyone to enjoy!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Talbott, TN?

According to TheDyrt.com, Talbott, TN offers a wide range of camping options, with 382 campgrounds and RV parks near Talbott, TN and 4 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Talbott, TN?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Talbott, TN is Anchor Down RV Resort with a 4.8-star rating from 48 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Talbott, TN?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 4 free dispersed camping spots near Talbott, TN.

What parks are near Talbott, TN?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 32 parks near Talbott, TN that allow camping, notably Cumberland Gap National Historic Park and Great Smoky Mountains National Park.