How many campsites does Elkmont have?
Elkmont Campground has 211 visitor campsites. RIDB also lists 6 management sites, which aren't counted as campsites.
Elkmont Campground, Great Smoky Mountains
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Elkmont Campground in Great Smoky Mountains National Park has 211 campsites. Sites are reservable on Recreation.gov. RVs and trailers up to 35 ft are allowed. Of the 211 sites, 10 are marked accessible. Pets are allowed. Campfires are allowed. Check-in is 1:00 PM and check-out is 12:00 PM.
211Campsites
35 ftMax RV
10Accessible
YesReservable
Campground at a Glance
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Visitor campsites | 211 |
| Site types | 164 standard (no electric), 25 tent-only (no electric), 22 walk-to |
| Management records excluded | 6 |
| Max RV length | 35 ft |
| Sites that list RV equipment | 147 |
| Accessible campsites | 10 |
| Reservable | Yes |
| Address | 434 Elkmont Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 |
| Pets | Pets are allowed |
| Campfires | Campfires are allowed |
| Check-in and check-out | Check-in 1:00 PM, check-out 12:00 PM |
Fields shown only when present in the Recreation.gov (RIDB) facility record.
Elkmont Campground is in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
RIDB facility 232487 lists 211 visitor campsites.
RIDB also lists 6 management sites, which aren't counted as campsites.
RIDB last updated Elkmont Campground on August 14, 2026. Of the 211 sites, 147 list RV or RV/MOTORHOME equipment, and 158 list trailer or fifth-wheel equipment.
Visitor sites: 164 standard (no electric), 25 tent-only (no electric), and 22 walk-to.
Visitor sites are in the Generator Free and Generator Use loops.
Of the 211 sites, 10 are marked accessible.
RVs and trailers up to 35 ft are allowed.
Pets are allowed.
Campfires are allowed.
Check-in is 1:00 PM and check-out is 12:00 PM.
RIDB lists 189 of the 211 sites as drive-in and 22 as hike-in.
Shade is listed on 207 campsite records.
Grills are listed on 10 campsite records.
RIDB places the campground at 35.65876, -83.58274.
Of the 211 visitor campsites, 210 have coordinates and are drawn on the map.
Of the 211 visitor campsites, 1 has no coordinates and is not on the map.
The nearest published campgrounds are Cades Cove (11.5 mi) and Smokemont (16.8 mi).
Can You Reserve Elkmont?
RIDB doesn't publish a booking window, so we can't say how far ahead sites open. Check the campground's Recreation.gov page for current booking rules.
Where Are the Sites?
Each dot is a campsite, placed at its Recreation.gov coordinates. One visitor campsite has no coordinates and is not drawn.
Standard
RV-friendly
What Amenities Are Listed?
| Amenity | Recorded |
|---|---|
| Grills | Listed on 10 campsites |
| Shade | Listed on 207 campsite records |
| Hike-in sites | 22 |
| Drive-in sites | 189 |
Which Campgrounds Are Nearby?
| Campground | Distance | Sites | Max RV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cades Cove | 11.5 mi | 161 | 42 ft |
| Smokemont | 16.8 mi | 142 | 40 ft |
FAQ
Can you reserve Elkmont?
Yes. RIDB marks Elkmont as reservable. Check Recreation.gov for how sites are released. This page doesn't show live availability.
What is the maximum RV length at Elkmont?
The maximum is 35 ft, the highest Max Vehicle Length on a campsite that lists RV or RV/MOTORHOME equipment.
About This Data
Data Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB facility ID 232487), National Park Service. RangerPitch is an independent site and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Recreation.gov, the National Park Service (NPS), the USDA Forest Service, or any other federal agency. For current availability, fees and closures, check Recreation.gov. A script builds these pages from public Recreation.gov data. We don't edit them by hand.