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..
Up to 6 people.
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The popular back-in RV sites are located in a central part of the campground, near great recreation options! Campers of all ages will enjoy our outdoor pool, horseshoes, disc golf and new accessible playground!
Up to 8 people.
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Meet your new favorite campsite! These beautiful pull-thru sites were built in 2023 and are truly immaculate. These sites celebrate the natural beauty of our campground, which means your site will be bordered by trees, rolling terrain, boulders and more. These gravel pull-thru sites feature a KOA Patio and have extra space to spread out. Robust landscaping is well preserved, creating an organic green space as well as some extra shade. These beautiful sites include Polywood furniture, and upgraded fire pit experience and provide the perfect setting to sit outside and relax before embarking on your next adventure!
Up to 6 people.
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Need some extra space? These massive sites were developed in 2023. Each of these extra roomy sites includes a fire ring and offers you the perfect place for relaxing day or night. Wake up and enjoy a cup of coffee with the sunrise and spend an evening relaxing with family and friends.
Up to 6 people.
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NEW FOR 2025: Ready for your furry companion to get some "off leash" time in the great outdoors? Stay at one of our Paw Pen sites! The enclosed fence offers plenty of space for your pets to safely roam around your campsite. Located in the center of our new expansion among the trees. Note that the photos shown here are for illustrative purposes - you can expect a similar experience though your exact site may vary slightly.
Up to 6 people.
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Our paved back-in sites feature a KOA Patio and have extra space to spread out. Robust landscaping is well preserved, creating an organic green space as well as some extra shade. These beautiful sites provide the perfect setting to sit outside and relax before embarking on your next adventure!
Up to 6 people.
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Bring your camping experience to new heights with our beautiful Pull-Thru sites with a patio. These sites offer ample room to entertain family and friends, share stories around the fire, or gear up for fun and set up a yard game or two to play.
Up to 6 people.
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Nestled in the center of the campground, our fantastic gravel Pull-Thru sites accommodate rigs of all sizes. Mix & mingle with campers alike or enjoy some quiet time in a picturesque setting.
Up to 6 people.
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Close to all the action, these Back-In sites with a KOA Patio are a short distance from the store, pool, pavilion, and playground. Adventurers of all ages will enjoy retreating on these centrally located sites. These sites are gravel, though campers will still enjoy a comfortable paved patio built for all our outdoor enthusiasts.
Up to 6 people.
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Reconnect with the great outdoors while enjoying the natural design of our gravel back-in sites. Many of these sites follow along the lush, wooded perimeter of the campground offering a serene backdrop.
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RV Camping near Gatlinburg, TN
Experience RV camping near Gatlinburg when you come to Gatlinburg East / Smoky Mountain KOA Holiday. We offer several Pull-Thru and Back-In RV Sites with full hookups and 50-, 30- or 20-amp connections. Several sites have a KOA Patio® furnished with outdoor seating, tables and a fire pit. Whether you stay on a concrete or gravel site, the area is big enough to accommodate your RV and needs.
An excellent feature of our RV Sites is that they are pet-friendly. Bring your beloved four-legged friend on your camping trip to let them explore the area too. The campground has a KampK9® dog park, where your pup can get their energy out. Are you ready to RV camp in Gatlinburg? Reserve your RV Site with us today to get started!
Rates are inclusive of 6 people per site. The number of guests/visitors per site cannot exceed a maximum of 6 people.
Don't have an RV but still yearn for an adventure? Discover another way to immerse yourself in nature by checking out our cozy Tent Sites or luxurious Deluxe Cabins. Explore the breathtaking Great Smoky Mountains in comfort and style! Come join us for an unforgettable experience—we can't wait to welcome you!
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