Gatlinburg East / Smoky Mountain KOA Holiday

Looking for peaceful camping near Gatlinburg without the crowds and traffic? Gatlinburg East KOA Holiday offers the perfect Smoky Mountain getaway just 17 miles from downtown Gatlinburg and top attractions like Dollywood, Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, and Great Smoky Mountains National Park.Nestled in a quiet, wooded setting in the foothills of the Smokies, our campground gives you the chance to relax, unwind, and enjoy the beauty of nature while still being close to the area's best dining, shopping, hiking, and entertainment. Whether you're planning a family vacation, couples getaway, or RV adventure, you'll enjoy peaceful mountain camping with convenient access to everything Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge have to offer. Bring the whole family — including your pets! Our pet-friendly campground features RV sites, cabins, and tent camping designed for comfort, relaxation, and unforgettable Smoky Mountain memories.

A Way to Stay for Everyone
Make the most of your vacation with our Gatlinburg East KOA Campground as your home base. You will have your choice of spacious RV Sites, Tent Sites and Deluxe Cabins. Our ways to stay provide an experience for every kind of camper, from those who prefer more comfort and glamping to guests who like traditional tent camping. Choose from campsites like:

• RV Sites: Enjoy our Back-In or Pull-Thru RV Sites with all their RV-friendly amenities that make camping easier. Our RV Sites have full hookups, picnic tables and fire pits. Some even have a KOA Patio®, giving you more room to spread out and relax.
  
• Deluxe Cabins: Enhance your camping experience in the smoky mountains with a kitchenette or full kitchen and a full bathroom in one of the Deluxe Cabins. These cabins let you and your family enjoy luxury and comfort during your camping excursion.
  
• Tent Sites: Want a more rustic camping experience? Our Tent Sites allow up to eight people per site. They have a fire pit, picnic table, sand tent pad and bear boxes to keep your belongings safe.
  

Experience Exceptional Amenities
Gatlinburg East / Smoky Mountain KOA Holiday is one of the top Gatlinburg campgrounds, known for impeccably clean facilities and warm, helpful staff. Situated on 16 landscaped acres, we offer several amenities to ensure adult and children campers have a variety of things to do and enjoy during their time at the campground. When you stay with us, check out:

• Playground
  
• Swimming pool
  
• KampK9® dog park
  
• Hiking trailheads
  
• Gemstone Mining
  

Explore Gatlinburg
Our campground is the ideal place to stay while exploring all that Gatlinburg offers. With the campground's proximity to local attractions and activities, you have plenty to do. Check out locations like:

• Great Smoky Mountains National Park: We are less than 10 minutes away from Great Smoky Mountains National Park, making us the perfect location for all your outdoor adventures. At the park, you can hike, observe wildlife, whitewater raft, horseback ride, bike and picnic.
  
• Adventure parks: Stay active with family-friendly adventure parks like Anakeesta and Ober Mountain. The two parks provide exciting activities. Anakeesta is your all-inclusive park with multiple dining, shopping and entertainment options like play areas, rollercoasters and gardens. Ober Mountain is perfect for winter activities like ice skating, skiing and snowboarding.
  
• Downtown Gatlinburg: If you want a little bit of everything, visit downtown Gatlinburg for various shops, entertainment and restaurants. You and your family will enjoy sightseeing and the refreshing mountain air. You can also indulge in the local cuisine.
  
• Gatlinburg Space Needle: While downtown, stop at the Gatlinburg Space Needle for a bird's-eye view of the city. The Space Needle has a 407-foot observation deck that provides a 360-degree perspective.
  
• Ripley's attractions: Believe it or not, Ripley's has multiple attractions in Gatlinburg that provide fun for the whole family. Go down below to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies to see aquatic animals and have unique animal encounters. Believe It or Not Gatlinburg is another great attraction for you and the kids to marvel at different exhibits and artifacts.