All the Great Smoky Mountains NP StaysStaying in and around Great Smoky Mountains National Park offers a range of options, from campgrounds and cabins to resorts and lodges. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat, quick access to trails, or family-friendly amenities, here's a definitive list 🏡🏕️ AuthorsSteller
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Lodges & Resorts

Historic Tapoco Lodge Resort
This charming lodge is tucked away in 120 acres of Nantahala National Forest in the Great Smoky Mountains, right by the Cheoah River. It has a restaurant, bar, and pizza oven. There are 27 cozy rooms in the lodge and cabins, many with wooden beams and outdoor views. An ideal spot!
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Dancing Bear Lodge Townsend
A mix of rustic cabins and lodge rooms with a modern twist. Located just outside the Great Smoky Mountains, it features a full-service restaurant, a pool, and a hot tub.
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Blackberry Farm
Working farm and upscale hotel on the Tennessee side of the park. It offers 69 spacious, cozy rooms and suites, two top-notch restaurants, a spa, and a private lake. There’s also tons to do, from paintball and birdwatching to kayaking and guided nature walks.
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Laurel Valley Mountain Retreat
The 9-acre property features 12 unique units, including a studio and a 3-bedroom cabin. Enjoy fantastic views, walking trails, a chapel, koi ponds, and easy access to nearby attractions like Swinging Bridge and Cades Cove.
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Treehouse Grove
Definitely check availability here. Each cozy wooden cottage has two bedrooms, a shared bathroom, kitchenette, living area, and a terrace with Adirondack chairs.
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LeConte Lodge
Definitely a unique stay, which sits at 6,593 feet on Mount LeConte, accessible only by foot. It offers rustic, no-frills cabins with shared bathrooms, but stunning mountain views and a unique, off-the-grid experience. After a hike, you can relax with a home-cooked meal at the lodge's dining room.
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The Timber at Holly Branch
Consider this secluded cabin retreat in, offering a mix of rustic charm and modern amenities. With great forest views, it features a hot tub, fire pit, and a fully equipped kitchen. Perfect for a quiet getaway or outdoor adventures nearby.
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Riverstone Resort & Spa
Set by the Little Pigeon River, this family-oriented stay offers spacious condos with fireplaces and balconies. Enjoy the lazy river, indoor pool, BBQ area, and spa, all just minutes from Pigeon Forge amenities and the national park.
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The Swag
The Swag is a peaceful 14-room retreat perched at 5,000 feet. Enjoy privacy, stunning views, and your own private balcony with a hot tub.
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Buffalo Creek Vacations
A variety of cozy cabin rentals and even converted train cabooses! Take your pick from a selection of very unique stays.
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The Yellow House On Plott Creek Road
A charming, historic inn with just ten rooms. The cozy, romantic vibes include four-poster beds, jetted bathtubs, and fireplaces—perfect for lazy mornings with your special someone.
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Andon-Reid Inn Bed And Breakfast
Feel like you're surrounded by the Great Smoky Mountains and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Rooms are comfortable with sweeping mountain vistas and spacious bathrooms with whirlpool tubs. Enjoy a delicious gourmet three-course breakfast too!
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Camp & Glamp

Under Canvas Great Smoky Mountains
Love this spot, offering coz canvas tents in a peaceful, scenic spot near the national park entrance. Tents range from cozy doubles with private bathrooms to spacious ones for groups or kids. Enjoy tasty, healthy meals, firepits, s'mores, and tons of fun games for the whole family
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Abrams Creek Campground
Located along Abrams Creek in Tuckaleechee Cove, offering tent and RV sites with flush toilets and drinking water, but no hookups or showers. It’s close to the popular Abrams Falls Trail and provides great fishing and creekside views.
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Cosby Campground
This spot is tucked away in the mountains under plenty of shade at 2,459 feet. The moderate climate offers mild winters and hot, humid summers. It has campsites for tents and RVs, with flush toilets and drinking water, but no hookups or showers. Perfect for a peaceful, scenic stay!
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Smokemont Campground
Smokemont Campground, open year-round, is the closest campground to the Oconaluftee Visitor Center in the park’s South District. Situated at 2,198 feet, with tent and RV sites, flush toilets, and drinking water, it’s a great base for nearby trails and sights like the Bradley Fork Trail and Deep Creek. No hookups or showers available.
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Cades Cove Campground
Great proximity to Cades Cove Loop Road, historic cabins, and popular trails like the Abrams Falls and Rich Mountain Loop, making it a perfect spot for hiking and exploring the valley’s history.
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Cataloochee Campground
This campground is close to the historic Cataloochee Ranch, the Palmer Chapel, and several great hiking trails, including the Elk River and Boogerman Trail. It’s also one of the best spots for elk viewing in the park!
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Balsam Mountain Campground
A peaceful spot up high at 5,000 feet offers tent and RV sites close to the Balsam Mountain Trail and scenic overlooks, making it ideal for hiking and wildlife viewing opportunities.
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Look Rock Campground
Located on the Foothills Parkway with stunning mountain views. It offers tent and RV sites close to scenic overlooks, hiking trails, and the Look Rock Tower—perfect for outdoor adventures and photography.
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Fox’s Den
A fox-themed treehouse made just for two! Built from red cedar, it's set right in a llama pasture for maximum cuteness. While it’s camping-style with no running water, you'll have electricity, fans, and heaters.
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