Campground Reviews

Nov 04, 2025
Very disappointed. We’ve been coming here for 15 years (twice a year). The Halloween festivities were unorganized (if any existed), the price is beyond outrageous and required to pay a lock fee and still may be moved! They double booked our friend’s site after paying the $30 lock in fee! Just another way to get more money. There were lots of empty sites and cabins. Take the hint corporate
Nov 04, 2025
Nov 04, 2025
4th visit and very much enjoyed, campground was clean and bathhouses also clean. Great place!
Nov 04, 2025
Excellent campground, very helpful and accommodating at every turn. We will definitely be back. We loved the tall trees and overall cleanliness of the entire campground.
Nov 04, 2025
Great like always!
Nov 04, 2025
Very friendly staff. Very informative, respectful, mannerful, patient, kind and caring. Checking in and making reservations was an absolute breeze. Both ladies at the front desks were absolute gems and kept a smile on their faces. Very helpful.
Nov 03, 2025
We have been coming for 16 years but things have gown downhill! Prices are pricing us out and they also charge a site lock in fee and my spot was still switched on me when I arrived. We have many family memories at this campground but we have many other options now for cheaper rates as Townsend is growing. I truly hate this but corporate has ruined a GREAT campground. No respect for loyalty.
Nov 03, 2025
Great location and friendly/knowledgeable staff.
Nov 03, 2025
Nov 03, 2025
Nov 03, 2025
We love Townsend KOA, we are regulars usually 3-4 times a year and it is by far our favorite KOA From the friendly staff’s smiling faces to the extra clean shower houses and rental units. Definately our idea of heaven on earth
Nov 03, 2025
Friendly staff and fun park on the river.
Nov 03, 2025
We were boondocking in the GSMNP, and had a low baterry problem, so no power on a cold night. Had planned 4 nights so we needed a place with electricity, to see if we could at least stay and see some mountain sights . Went to this KOA and they had us in and hooked up, on short notice on a busy weekend. We had stayed here before, and the staff and campground was great.
Nov 02, 2025
It was cold and rainy, but the cabin was cozy. We had a great time; as always.
Nov 02, 2025
Really enjoyed our stay. Clean campground and wonderful staff.
Oct 31, 2025
I was in 37 I believe , next to the bathroom. Worse site there. You can smell sewage at times. Really small. I camp at this Koa often.
Oct 31, 2025
Stayed at KOAs since 1968 and NEVER had issues but this place has been a problem every time we have stayed. The staff jumps on you for going over 5 mph, but they are some of the worst offenders of breaking that speed limit running around in their golf carts. Rules for thee but not for me. I didn't pay that type of money to stay have the staff yell at me and be hypocrites about their own rules.
Oct 31, 2025
Beautiful campground, wonderful staff. But some of the waterfront sites are way too crowded for the price. Rigs have to back in, and many do not have rear windows so your view is just another camper a few feet away. We saw some better sites elsewhere, but our area was way overpriced in my opinion.
Oct 30, 2025
Beautiful surroundings, quiet and relaxing, conveniently located, friendly and helpful staff -- everything you could want in a campground!! We plan at least one trip here every year and always love every minute of our stay!
Oct 30, 2025
Oct 30, 2025
Very beautiful setting! Well manicured sites.
Oct 30, 2025
Had a great time and great accommodations!
Oct 29, 2025
Oct 29, 2025
We had an issue with our power pedestal. Jeff did what needed to be done to fix it. He was very friendly and never made us feel like a burden. All of the staff was friendly and the campground was well maintained.
Oct 29, 2025
Oct 28, 2025
Oct 28, 2025
Beautifully maintained campground/staff very attentive and helpful We did miss the pumpkin painting and “hey”ride for Halloween
Oct 28, 2025
We stay at the Townsend KOA 3-4 times a year and have never had a bad experience. The campground is well maintained, with clean facilities, accessible to all the activities in Townsend, and just a stone throws away from GSNP.
Oct 28, 2025
The Staff was very friendly and helpful. However the campsites are jammed together very close and are priced too high.
Oct 28, 2025
Pretty grounds, friendly staff, close to national park
Oct 28, 2025
Oct 28, 2025
Oct 28, 2025
Oct 27, 2025
This was the 12th year in a row that we've stayed at at this KOA and have already booked for next year! Dominick is our favorite KOA employee and he takes great care of the kampground. While we don't use most of the amenities, we are grateful for the "honey wagon" that empties our waste tanks. We stay 8 days on a site without sewer so the wagon is highly important to us.
Oct 27, 2025
Had a wonderful time.
Oct 27, 2025
This is was second visit to Townsend KOA and it didn’t disappoint! The staff is always helpful and friendly. The campground and cabin is clean and well kept. The views are gorgeous and the kids had a great time with the planned activities!
Oct 27, 2025
Lovely little cabin. Had everything we needed for a couple of nights. Campground is well kept with lots of activities. You can see the pride the staff has for the property. Will definitely stay again!
Oct 27, 2025
Great sites, wonderful service, clean facilities, and beautiful scenery!
Oct 27, 2025
We had a great time at Townsend KOA! We've been staying here for 27 years and love it! The staff is wonderful and the park is beautiful. It's hard to beat Townsend's location and slowed-down vibe and the KOA is the best place to camp (we've camped at many of them in Townsend over the years). It's pricey in season - but the team does a phenomenal job to make it extra special.
Oct 27, 2025
Always great!!
Oct 27, 2025
The campground is beautiful with many activities for families. We’ve been visiting here for 15 years. The only issue is that our cabin was very dirty.
Oct 27, 2025
A little cramped but nice
Oct 26, 2025
Townsend KOA has always been well-run, clean and friendly, even before the campground became part of the KOA family. We’ll be back again soon!
Oct 26, 2025
Beautiful place. Super nice staff. Close to every thing. ���
Oct 26, 2025
Oct 26, 2025
Amy and Amy were great hosts from the time we arrived until our departure. Had fun at Movie night while enjoying S'mores with new friends. One small thing, the hot water could have been hotter.
Oct 25, 2025
Oct 25, 2025
First time there and have already made reservations to come back next year. It was an amazing stay and the campground is beautiful. All staff member were super helpful. Highly recommend
Oct 25, 2025
Tiny sites, barely enough room to park truck my Wi-Fi would never sync, says signal to week. sewage dump so far away, required hose extensions. Not worth the cost!
Oct 24, 2025
It was really nice quiet and beautiful
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
May 29, 2026
Nice friendly staff, great atmosphere in a place to visit.
- Buddy North on Google