Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Please take note of these revised directions to avoid a closed section of I-40.
FROM FLORIDA: Take I-75 North to I-40 East. Then take exit 435 to Newport. Turn Right on US-321 towards Gatlinburg on 321 to our campground.
FROM THE NORTHEAST: Take I-81 South to I-40 East to exit 435 to Newport. Turn Right on US-321 towards Gatlinburg on 321 to our campground..
KOA Gatlinburg East offers the best of both worlds, peaceful Smoky Mountain camping just minutes from top attractions. Our campground backs directly up to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, giving you instant access to scenic hiking trails right from your campsite, while still being only 20 minutes from downtown Gatlinburg. You’ll enjoy the quiet mountain wilderness feel with the convenience of nearby attractions like Dollywood and Pigeon Forge, just 45 minutes away.
Gatlinburg is one of the most popular entrance points into The Great Smoky Mountains National Park. You can take a day trip to explore some of the most famous destinations within the park, or you can avoid the crowds with a hike that starts right on the campground! Leave your vehicle on the campground (and avoid the parking fees), then take the short walk down a gravel road to the trailhead for Maddron Bald Trail. This trail heads into an undeveloped section of the national park, where you'll pass a few historic structures before climbing the path up past babbling mountain streams and into an old growth forest. Ask the front desk staff for more information and be sure to bring a map!
Let The Adventure Begin!Experience the thrill of whitewater rafting in the Smoky Mountains with Smoky Mountain Outdoors. Since 1993, SMO has been delivering top-rated adventures focused on safety, excitement, and unforgettable fun. Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned rafter, you'll enjoy navigating exhilarating Class III and Class IV rapids on one of Tennessee's most scenic rivers.Looking to cool off this summer? There's no better way than a day on the water in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains. Splash through rushing rapids, take in the stunning mountain views, and create lasting memories with family and friends. It's the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation all in one incredible outdoor experience.
3299 Hartford Road
Hartford, TN 37753
Come ready for fun and we'll do everything else! Whitewater excitement or relaxing floats. Fun and memorable rafting experiences. Our beautiful location on the river makes your experience the best.Cool off with Outdoor Adventures! Guided White Water Rafting on the Big Pigeon River in Eastern Tennessee bordering Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Our crew rafts near Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and Sevierville in Tennessee. Rafting trips are perfect for creating unforgettable memories while visiting the Smokies with friends, families and groups. Highly trained and entertaining guides maneuver you on the Pigeon River through exciting white water. Prefer a leisure float? Enjoy a gentle trip with your small children in a steady current. The choice is yours. Either way, come ready for fun and we'll do everything else! We take great pride in our customer service, quality equipment, and beautiful location on the river.
3635 Trail Hollow Road
Hartford, TN 37753
CLIMB Works Smoky Mountains
CLIMB Works Smoky Mountains, a true treetop canopy tour, consists of 9 world-class ziplines, unique sky bridges, a fun ATV adventure to the top, and a surprise at the end – making this the ultimate Smoky Mountain experience. Soaring tree to tree, you'll see why the Great Smoky Mountain National Park is the most visited national park in the country.Our Mountain Biking course allows you to see the Smokies from a totally different perspective. We provide the trail, the bikes, and the experience. It's simple: Come. Rent. Ride.
155 Branam Hollow Rd. Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
The Ultimate Smoky Mountain Experience. Located at the top of the SkyLift, the Gatlinburg SkyBridge is 680 feet long AND the longest pedestrian cable bridge in North America! The SkyBridge is an incredible but easily attainable experience you'll remember for a lifetime.
765 Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Municipal golf course featuring hilly greens, a clubhouse & a picturesque mountain setting.
520 Dollywood Ln
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
One thing that makes the Smoky Mountain Outdoors a great place for whitewater rafting near Gatlinburg is that it's perfect for anyone age 3 and older. This is the perfect attraction for the whole family to enjoy!
3299 Hartford Road
Hartford, TN 37753
Let KOA be your guide along Hwy 441 and Fighting Creek Gap Road. Hear the stories of the Great Smokies along the way. Personal histories, local tips, and professional narratives combine to uncover the real story of the Great Smoky Mountains. Connect with locations and communities in real time as you travel from KOA to KOA using our unique GPS-triggered audio guide. This guided tour will lead you to several of our neighboring KOA Campgrounds in Cherokee, NC, Townsend, TN or Pigeon Forge, TN.
Download the Great Smokies KOA TravelStory here.
A good horse beneath you, the blue sky above, just the creaking of the saddle leather, and smell of the fresh air. Enjoy a peaceful view of the Great Smoky Mountains on the back of a well-trained horse.
1409 Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Your adventure begins at Anakeesta where they have created a unique experience in the Great Smoky Mountains by immersing guests of all ages in the beauty and adventure of the great outdoors.
576 Parkway
Gatlinburg, TN 37738
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