Pigeon Forge, Tennessee Campground | Pigeon Forge / Gatlinburg KOA

Welcome to your basecamp for adventure in the Smokies!

Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg KOA Holiday is perfectly located to take everything the Great Smokies has to offer. Spend the day taking in the local area attractions such as Dollywood theme park, Dolly Parton's Stampede, Wonderworks, or the Old Mill just to name a few. Pigeon forge is bursting with over 70 attractions the whole family will love. Gear up for an adventure of hiking, fishing, biking or driving in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The options here are endless!

For a home away from home, try our fully furnished Deluxe Cabins or Camping Cabins. Park your RV at our Pull-Thru RV Site with KOA Patio®, all with free cable and Wi-Fi. Pitching a Tent? We have beautiful waterfront sites conveniently situated with picnic tables and fire rings. Whatever accommodation you choose, you can rest assured you will enjoy your stay in this beautiful location.

Explore our abundant entertainment options such as the NEW Gravity Rail, pan for fossils and gems at our Gem Mine, play at the NEW Playground, rent bikes or play in the zero-entry pool complete with a Rain Tree. There's even a safe place for Fido to play within the Kamp K9® Dog Park. As your day winds down, settle in to watch a movie at the Outdoor Cinema, sit around the Community Fire Pit or relax in the Hot Tub.

Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg KOA Holiday® offers the best camping experience of the great outdoors!
Plan enough time in your trip to the Smoky Mountains to visit our neighboring campgrounds which include: the peaceful Townsend/Great Smokies KOA Holiday and the scenic Cherokee/Great Smokies KOA Holiday.

Campground Amenities

50 Max Amp
100' Max Length
Wi-Fi
Cable TV
Pool (3/20 - 11/30)
Hot Tub/Sauna
Snack Bar ($)
Kamping Kitchen
Fishing
Firewood ($)

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What Others Are Saying

Overall Camper Rating:

Loved service 10/12/2019

- jordyn isaiah and evie johnson on Google

We are from South Dakota. I grew up watching Dolly Parton on the Johnny Carson show, 9 to 5, listening to her music. So this was a real treat on our vacation... 10/9/2019

- melanie mason on Google

Great park, great location, very expensive, staff not really all the friendly :-( 10/10/2019

We enjoyed the cleanliness and the site was nice. We were close enough to walk to things and enjoy the out side. 10/10/2019

Very clean and well kept KOA. All employees were very friendly. Definitely will return when staying in area. 10/10/2019

Very clean and we'll kept. Perfect for a family with young kids! 10/10/2019

Undoubtedly the nicest KOA I have stayed in. Clean modern and well kept. Thanks guys. 10/9/2019

Everyone was nice and friendly, the place was kept clean. It is on the trolly line and within walking distance of the trolly terminal and restaurants Plan to stay there again. 10/9/2019

Big campground with lots of amenities and close to main drag in Pigeon Forge. Kids loved the play spaces. People very nice. 10/9/2019

Location was the reason we chose this KOA because it was near LeConte Center, however, my husband and I were pleasantly surprised at how nice everything was. Enjoyed the nearby walking/bike track, the super clean, convenient laundry facility and the well stocked store/office... 10/9/2019

We were very pleased with our cabin. Great appliances, comfortable bed in separate room and clean, large bathroom. We will be back. 10/9/2019

Nice stay at pigeon forge KOA. This was our second visit to this park and will probably come back again 10/9/2019

Our stay was very nice! :) 10/9/2019

We were taken care of the best!!! Thanks for the great stay. 10/9/2019

Great clean campground! 10/9/2019

We enjoyed our stay immensely! Everything was convenient very clean and the staff were so very friendly. I was disappointed the large slide displayed on the web site was not there as shown. More pet friendly cabins would be nice, but over all our stay was great. 10/8/2019

Staff very friendly. Clean and nice. Trailer spots tight and close to other trailers 10/8/2019

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KOA Holiday Campgrounds

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.

KOA Holidays Feature:

RV Sites with a KOA Patio™
Deluxe Cabins with full baths
Premium Tent Sites
Group meeting facilities

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WHEN: May 8-9, 2020

WHAT: Stay Friday night, May 8th at a participating campground, and get Saturday night, May 9th for just $20.

WHY: The Big Weekend helps raise funds to send kids with cancer to medically-supervised camps all across North America. Kids fighting cancer deserve a chance to attend a summer camp and to just be a kid again. Funds raised from May 9 support the KOA Care Camps Trust which distributes more than $1 million dollars annually to support 125+ Care Camps each year. Learn more at koacarecamps.org.

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Campground Events

Dollywoods Harvest Festival

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Sep 27 - Nov 2, 2019

Dollywood's Harvest Festival features the Southern Gospel Jubilee and Great Pumpkin LumiNights presented by Humana!One of the most beautiful times of the year is autumn in the...

Sep - Nov 27 - 2

Rotary Club Crafts Festival

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Sep 28 - Oct 26, 2019

Visitors to Pigeon Forge have the opportunity to see and purchase handmade items from some of the area's most talented artists and crafters. Stop by the Pigeon Forge Rotary...

Sep - Oct 28 - 26

Halloween Spooktacular

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Oct 25 - Nov 3, 2019

Come join the fun for the Halloween spooktacular! Decorate your site or cabin to get in the spirit of Halloween. Dress up in your spookiest or most whimsical costume for the...

Oct - Nov 25 - 3

Christmas at Dolly Parton's Stampede

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Oct 30, 2019 - Jan 4, 2020

Bring the family to experience Christmas at Dolly's Stampede! Enjoy the spectacular Christmas performances that bring the spirit of the holiday season to life. The arena...

Oct - Jan Oct 30 - Jan 4

Halloween Trick of Treat

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Oct 31, 2019

Enjoy free Trick or Treating Halloween night at The Island In Pigeon Forge and unlimited rides for just $5 for those in costume. Watch live Bluegrass band, Midnight Run, from...

Oct 31

Old Mill Square Holiday Open House

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Nov 9, 2019

The Old Mill Square Holiday Open House is the perfect time to sample a bit of down home southern cooking and to shop. Pay a visit to the general store, pottery store, and even...

Nov 9

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Local Area

Ridge upon ridge of forest straddles the border between North Carolina and Tennessee in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. World renowned for its diversity of plant and animal life, the beauty of its ancient mountains, and the quality of its remnants of Southern Appalachian mountain culture, this is America's most visited national park. Area offers many activities including over 800 miles of hiking trails where you can view waterfalls, nature and wildlife. Also offers scenic drives, horseback riding, picnic areas and many opportunities for bicycling, motorcyclists and sports car enthusiasts.

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Enjoy a day with your family in one of America's most beautiful water adventure parks. Experience 25 acres of fun! Featuring more than 23 water adventure slides and thrill rides - from the daring drops of RiverRush and Big Bear Plunge to the twisting turns of the Mountain Scream body slide ride, discover family fun water rides and attractions at Dollywood's Splash Country. Toss in two interactive children's playground areas, the Cascades and Little Creek Falls, and you'll find family fun activities for everyone.

2700 Dollywood Parks Blvd

Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

865-365-1900

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Known for its down-home charm, this world famous 150-acre theme park is as unique as its namesake and owner Dolly Parton. From award-winning shows to educational craft demonstrations and ground-breaking rides and attractions, Dollywood offers something for everyone and every interest, so the whole family can experience the park together. Dollywood also plays host to five seasonal festivals throughout the year ensuring that each visit is a unique bonding experience for families.

2700 Dollywood Parks Blvd

Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

865-365-1900

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This Smoky Mountain landmark still functions as it did when it was built in 1830, daily grinding thousands of pounds of grains with every turn of its giant water-powered wheel. The area surrounding the Old Mill is now known as Old Mill Square including an award winning restaurant, pottery, sculptures and old fashioned candy. Visit the Old Mill online for more information.

175 Old Mill Avenue

Pigeon Forge, TN 37868

865-428-0771

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