Is there cell service at Elkmont Campground?
No, there is not.
What is the elevation of Elkmont Campground?
2,150 feet
Located eight miles from Gatlinburg, Tennessee, Elkmont Campground is the largest and busiest campground in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. At an elevation of 2,150 feet, the area enjoys a moderate climate, characterized by mild winters and hot, humid summers.
Does Elkmont Campground have showers?
No, Elkmont Campground only has flush toilets, cold running water and utility sinks… there are no showers.
Does Elkmont Campground have cabins?
We have rental cabins all over the area, including Wears Valley cabins, as well as our Gatlinburg cabins and our Pigeon Forge cabin rental.
Is there cell reception in Smoky Mountains?
IMPORTANT: There are no cell phone towers inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It is RARE to get a mobile signal inside the park. Expect to pick up a signal only when you get close to the border of the park.
Does GPS work in Smoky Mountains?
Great Smoky Mountains National Park does not provide any characterization on the accuracy or precision on commercial, consumer-grade hand-held GPS equipment or GPS-enabled mobile devices such as smart phones. In general, visitors can comfortably assume that most devices are capable of 5 meters of hoizontal accuracy.
Where can I shower while camping in Smoky Mountains?
As is the case with many national parks, there are no showers in the Great Smoky National Park campgrounds. Shower facilities are available in the communities surrounding the park – just ask the campground host about the nearest facilities when you check in. There are also no electrical or water hookups in the park.
Where can I shower near the Smoky Mountain National Park?
Ask at the visitors center about pay showers available in the communities surrounding the park.
- Abrams Creek Campground. Image from The Dyrt Camper Mary D.
- Balsam Mountain Campground.
- Big Creek Campground.
- Cades Cove Campground.
- Cataloochee Campground.
- Cosby Campground.
- Deep Creek Campground.
- Elkmont Campground.
Are dogs allowed at Elkmont Campground?
Dogs are allowed at Elkmont Campground, but they must be kept on a leash no longer than 6 feet when outside your vehicle. For more information on pet restrictions, please call (865) 436-1261.
Does Cades Cove have cell service?
Is there cell service in Cades Cove? There is no cell service in the Cove, on the way to the cove, or in the picnic area.