Campground Reviews

Jun 12, 2026
We had a great time and the facilities were great!
Jun 11, 2026
Loved this campground. It was our second time to stay at this campground and it by far the nicest one that we’ve ever visited. The grounds were well kept and the restrooms and showers were very clean and easy to access. Townsend is a very nice area to stay as it’s not as busy as Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg and close to Cades Cove. We will definitely visit there again
Jun 10, 2026
We loved our stay. The sites have beautiful plants separating them for nice privacy. We had a nice picnic table and fire ring and could see the Little River from our camp site. The pool and bathhouse were clean. There were activities each evening which were nice for families. The playground looked really nice. Friendly staff. Great location near GSMNP. Townsend is a great peaceful location to stay
Jun 09, 2026
Clean, quiet campground with plenty of activities to enjoy.
Jun 08, 2026
Jun 08, 2026
Only comment I have is that a few “shrubs could be added between 87 and 88 for some privacy!
Jun 08, 2026
We had a wonderful time, only drawback was the dumping station wasn’t available to use. Pretty setting, attentive staff, we will be back
Jun 08, 2026
Great KOA!! Convenient to be able to bike to places in Townsend and very close to the Great Smokey Mountains.
Jun 08, 2026
Jun 08, 2026
There's really nothing that we don't love about this place. The staff, which are made up of several full-time RVers, are extremely friendly and helpful.
Jun 07, 2026
Absolutely loved our week here. So incredibly quiet, right on the river. Sites in the loop we were in were a little tight, but still quiet. Everyone was incredibly friendly. Will definitely be returning on future visits. Already planning a visit for fall 2027.
Jun 07, 2026
Very nice sites, each with its own patio, patio furniture, and fire ring. Lots of shade, very friendly staff. Every night through the week they had activities for the whole family.
Jun 07, 2026
Very nice park. Pleasant, courteous staff. Only problems were: 1) reported the toilet clogged at 0815 first morning there, waited 7 hours, went and got my own plunger and unclogged it, 2) TV reception was so fuzzy as to be unwatchable, never really fixed while we were there. Otherwise a very enjoyable stay and would go again.
Jun 07, 2026
Very nice and well kept!
Jun 07, 2026
We thoroughly enjoyed our Deluxe cabin and our son and his family enjoyed their tent site and then the camping cabin. We loved spending time by the river fishing and wading in the water. The pool was nice too. All amenities were well maintained and the staff was exceptional! We look forward to a return trip soon.
Jun 07, 2026
We haven’t stayed there in a few years, but the cabin we got this time was pretty rundown (DC-1). The sofa was torn, there was a place on the wall where there had been a bad water leak and hadn’t been fixed, and one of the bathroom vents was backed up and smelled pretty bad. We were outside most of the time so it wasn’t terrible, but it’s not what was used to getting for $250/NT from KOA
Jun 07, 2026
Jun 06, 2026
I like the landscaping, but the choice of holly bushes was a epic fail. They poke you as your trying to get in/out of the car. As they grow and further encroach on the parking area they will start scratching campers and vehicles. They need to be removed or trimmed back at the very least.
Jun 06, 2026
Very nice sites. Bathrooms exceptionally clean. Staff Very friendly and helpful.
Jun 06, 2026
The employees make us feel like we made new friends. Live the campground; been staying there for years
Jun 06, 2026
Jun 05, 2026
It's a beautiful campground with loads of amenities. Super close to the Great Smokies National Park.
Jun 04, 2026
Jun 03, 2026
very pleased with the campground, very clean, lots of activities for kids. staff were very friendly and helpful. beautiful campground, not your typical parking lot.
Jun 02, 2026
This is my favorite campground in the country. I love it here. Staff is always helpful and friendly.
Jun 02, 2026
We’ve stayed with you for many years and typically love the campground. This year instead of bringing our camper we decided to stay in the “Deluxe” riverfront cabins. We will never stay in them again. The cleanliness: 2/10. Mold in the shower. Absolutely disgusting bed sheets (pee stains,hair). I had to clean the ac and mini split filters because they were so clogged with dirt. Overpriced fo
Jun 02, 2026
The campground is beautiful! Staff is amazing! Great location!
Jun 02, 2026
Jun 02, 2026
Very pleasant. Convenient & comfortable. Bed felt lower at the head end: maybe needs to be rotated? Shower was great. Fire pit was not practical—maybe a community fire pit would be more enjoyable?
Jun 02, 2026
John was very helpful and friendly! I've been coming to this camp since 2010, my first time in an RV, it was easy to check in and out, navigate the campgrounds.
Jun 02, 2026
Best KOA we have ever stayed in. Staff were great. Sites were clean and well thought out. Place was clean. Amenities were just right. Just an overall great stay. We will be back.
May 31, 2026
So beautiful and calming. A great place to visit and relax.
May 30, 2026
Campgrounds were all nice and neat, pretty area enjoyed the access to the mountains.
May 30, 2026
Enjoyed our stay very much! Very clean! Restaurants close by! Many different activities close by! Definitely hope to return!
May 30, 2026
Excellent location and fantastic place to getaway from the city and enjoy the GSMNP.
May 30, 2026
Only wish I had stayed a little longer. Good location in Townsend. We've stayed in Townsend many times over the years - "The Peaceful Side of the Smokies"
May 29, 2026
We have been coming here for 3 years. Great layout, friendly staff and clean facilities. This year they have put in basketball hoop and my son was super excited about that!
May 29, 2026
May 28, 2026
we have camped at a lot of KOA’s. This one in Townsend is the nicest one I’ve ever stayed at. The campsites were very well laid out. Extremely clean. Although we didn’t use any of the other facilities, they were very well laid out. I would highly recommend this campground. we stayed nights.
May 27, 2026
Friendly staff and clean facilities :)
May 27, 2026
As I have mentioned before on my last survey, the entire staff was extremly helpful and very friendly. They are a great group of pepole and represent KOA excellently!!! Already have booked for 2027!
May 27, 2026
o say can you see ! very patriotic , red ,white and blue everywhere though it rain and rain we were protected by canopy of trees sounds of birds and rushing river was incredible CHARM church did a wonderful job entertaining and offering old time message that never changes Blessed to fellowship with them campground was very big you watch for kids on bikes only complaint were
May 27, 2026
Very happy with our DC on the river. The landscaping around the cabin was perfectly executed in a way that made it feel isolated, despite a packed full holiday weekend. The location was a short distance from the stores in Ware Valley, where old time Gatlinburg's hand made arts and crafts is still alive. Hopefully the chain stores will stay away and keep this area a "secret" hideaway for a long tim
May 26, 2026
Other than the rain we had a great time. Kids loved that you put the basketball goal back up. Sites were very nice and staff was very friendly this year more than ever. Keep up the good work.
May 25, 2026
KOA Townsend goes above and beyond to ensure your stay is amazing. We can’t wait till next trip!
May 25, 2026
The entire staff at the Townsend KOA is exceptoinal!!! They answer all questions with a smile and care about your happiness at the KOA! I have already booked for 2027!!!
May 24, 2026
Very nice campground, great location with a friendly staff. We’ve stayed here every year and it’s still the best campground on this side of the smokies!
May 24, 2026
Outstanding location, amenities, and staff. The staff goes out of their way to make sure your stay is as enjoyable as possible. Extremely well maintained campground! Very well done KOA! We will definitely be back.
May 24, 2026
One of the best we have stayed at. Our cabin was next to the river, and it was so beautiful. Had a porch swing, grill, and fire pit. Showers were excellent. We rented bikes for Cades Cove right at the campground. Staff was so friendly and helpful. Felt like staying in the woods even though we were right by the road. Easy access to the park without the mess of Gatlinburg.
May 24, 2026
Jun 13, 2026
Amazing campsites right on little river. The staff responds instantly to all needs. And it's located perfectly in Townsend to walk to stuff and short drives to everything else.
- Jacob Byrd on Google
Jun 02, 2026
Wonderful little town, everyone was friendly. We were camping at the KOA
- Kenneth Nowicki on Google
Jun 02, 2026
This KOA Campground is a great location while visiting the Smoky Mountains! Beautiful grounds with lots of trees for shade. The staff was very accommodating and friendly!
- Betsy moran on Google