Staying at one of the many Pigeon Forge campgrounds is a great way to explore the beautiful Smoky Mountain National Park.
From camping cabins to RV resorts, we’re sharing the seven most amazing campgrounds for your family’s fun vacation.
The list will include price, amenities, and our official “Pigeon Forge Campgrounds Vibe” score. This unique score will give you a sense of the overall experience based on our opinion and the reviews of fellow campers.
A Little Bit About Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
Pigeon Forge is an absolute must for RVers looking for a mix of adventure and laid-back vibes. With killer mountain views, endless attractions like Dollywood, and all the Southern hospitality, it’s got something for everyone.
The RV parks are legit, offering full hookups and prime locations close to all the fun. Plus, you’re minutes from the Great Smoky Mountains, making it easy to bounce between exploring nature and indulging in all the local eats, shows, and shopping. It’s the perfect combo of chill and thrill!
Top 5 RV Parks in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
Mill Creek Resort Club
Price: $60 and up
Why You’ll Love It: First of all, Mill Creek is located less than 3 miles from Dollywood! That’s reason enough for us to stay there. In addition to the great location, this resort serves up a heavy dose of amenities.
You’ll have access to a saltwater swimming pool, Pigeon Forge Trolly stop, shuffleboard court, clubhouse, and more.
The resort offers RV spots, cabins, and park models. Those are great options if you’re planning a big family trip.
A recent Campendium reviewer says, “This was a great place to launch from in the Pigeon Forge area, for day trips. It was nice to swim before or after a day outing.”
Pigeon Forge Campgrounds Vibe: 8.3/10 Great location & consistently good reviews.
Foothills RV Park & Cabins
Price: $68 and up
Why You’ll Love It: Foothills RV Park pays attention to the details. The facility is beautifully landscaped and each spot has a level, paved pad.
The location is ideal. This park is also a stopping point for the Pigeon Forge Trolly and is pretty close to the National Park. The pool and modern bathhouse add those luxury vibes!
Here’s a recent reviewer’s hot take: “I love that this business is family-owned and has been for years. You can tell they take pride in their work and it really shows in every aspect. We look forward to staying with them again in the spring.”
Pigeon Forge Campgrounds Vibe: 7.8/10 We love that multiple reviewers were repeat guests. Great customer service!
The Ridge Outdoor Resort
Price: $100 and up
Why You’ll Love It: This is a true glamping experience! Yes, they offer spacious (70ft) RV sites…but we love their glamping options even more.
Safari Tents, sleeping 4-6, are a great way to have a unique family adventure. These tents have a kitchen & bathroom! But, you’ll have to leave your furry friends at home – no dogs allowed.
The Ridge also offers Tiny House rentals. You can see all of their camping options here.
Here’s an excerpt from a Campendium review, “The registration office was on old church so it is huge. Full fitness center, bathrooms and laundry. Also a very large pool, a nice playground and a kids room inside the building.”
Pigeon Forge Campgrounds Vibe: 9.5/10 Awesome new facility with fun camping options!
Twin Creek RV Resort
Price: $110 and up
Why You’ll Love It: The grounds are beautiful! Each site is paved and has its own cement patio with seating. The campground is also known for its diverse wildlife. Turkeys, deer, and otters have all been spotted on the grounds.
Dogs are welcomed at Twin Creek, they provide a pet walk and doggy bags throughout the park.
This park is also host to the trolley stop. A recent visitor says, “Traffic in Gatlinburg is terrible and the parking lots fill early. Highly recommend catching the trolley that stops at the entrance of the park. Either the blue or yellow lines will take you in downtown and run every 30-35 minutes.”
Pigeon Forge Campgrounds Vibe: 8.5/10 We like that this park is smaller and is home to lots of wildlife!
Pine Mountain RV Park
Price: $40 and up
Why You’ll Love It: Pine Mountain is a relatively small RV park that backs up to Mill Creek. Some of the sites are situated right on the creek side. Each site has a fire ring for an evening s’mores fest!
A central pool is available for all guests and the park is also on the trolley route.
We love hearing this from a reviewer on Campground Reviews, “There are several parks in the area and choosing was somewhat difficult. We are very glad to have found Pine Mountain RV Park and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The park is very clean, appears to be quite new, has a fantastic location, is easy to find and navigate through, and has a nice list of amenities. As a home base to explore the national park, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg we could not have asked for better.”
Pigeon Forge Campgrounds Vibe: 8.4/10 Solid reviews, great location and customer service.
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