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# Camping Near Gatlinburg

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August 18, 2020

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It is August, which means that many people across the country are trading in their swimsuits and flip-flops for textbooks and backpacks. That's right- school is back in session! Returning to the stressful world of homework, test-taking, and academic lectures means that many students will soon be longing for a break. What better place is there to escape to than the beautiful Smoky Mountains? Get off the grid and spend a weekend camping, far away from the pressures of the classroom! Here are some of the best places to camp near Gatlinburg. 

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# Camping in the Smokies 

[Camping in the Smokies](https://www.gatlinburg.com/listing/camping-in-the-smokies/) is a quiet RV park situated along a mountain stream right near Smoky Mountains National Park. They offer full hook-ups, satellite, bathhouse, laundry, a pool, and trolley service. 

# Camp LeConte Luxury Outdoor Resort 

If RVs and primitive tents aren't quite your speed, check out the stylish glamping offered at [Camp LeConte Luxury Outdoor Resort](https://www.campleconte.com). They offer trendy camping options including luxury tree houses, European safari tents, and 1960's retro campers. 

# Twin Creek RV Resort 

[Twin Creek RV Resort](https://twincreekrvresort.com) is an RV park near downtown Gatlinburg that has been operating since 1984. They offer on-site car and Jeep rentals, a supply store, a pool, a playground, and free WI-FI, among other amenities. 

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# Greenbrier Campground

[Greenbrier Campground](https://www.smokymountaincamping.com) features tent camping, RV camping, and cabins, all alongside a creek and swimming hole. This campground prides itself on being pet-friendly, so if you want to camp with your pets, check out their website!

# Smoky Bear Campground and RV Park 

[Smoky Bear Campground and RV Park](https://www.smokybearcampground.com) offers both tent and RV camping sites and features a clubhouse, a pool, a hot tub, fire pits, a supply store, and a book and DVD lending library, along with other, more traditional amenities. 

# Little Arrow Outdoor Resort 

Not sure what camping style you want to try? [Little Arrow Outdoor Resort](https://camplittlearrow.com) offers just about every style available. This restored campground features RV sites, cabins, glamping tents, and tiny homes. As a bonus, this campground features a rotating schedule of food trucks! 

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