Escape from the stress of daily life and relax in style at these awesome luxury campsites. This Smoky Mountains Vacation Guide gives you the low down serves as your Ultimate Guide to Glamping in the Great Smoky Mountains.
What Is Glamping?
Glamping is the combination of the words, “glamorous” and ”camping”. It involves unique accommodations and luxurious amenities while enjoying the benefits of traditional outdoor camping.
Think of it is as a step in between tent camping and staying in an RV or a cabin.
Why Go Glamping In The Great Smoky Mountains?
Glamping in the Smoky Mountains is a Unique Experience
There are thousands upon thousands of hotel rooms and hundreds of RV campsites and Cabins in the Smoky Mountains and while we love them all, glamping is certainly a new and unique way to experience the Smoky Mountains.
Enjoy Gorgeous Scenery
Whether you are looking for easy Smoky Mountains hike for kids or ATV riding through the Smokies or a day full of riding family rides at The Island or Dollywood, you are sure to fill your days with fun and your evenings can be spent relaxing in the heart of the beautiful natural surroundings.
The Great Smoky Mountains is indeed one of the best glamping destinations because of its breathtaking sights.
From gorgeous waterfalls and scenic drives in the Smoky Mountains to 850 miles of hiking trails, there is literally something for everyone.
The Great Smoky Mountains has very diverse wildlife and you’ll have the chance to spot wildlife like birds, white-tailed deer, and black bears.
Always a Comfortable Stay
Glamping at the Smoky mountains means you’ll enjoy the best of what nature has to offer while still enjoying the luxury and comforts of your own home.
More than that there are also lots of ways to go glamping at the Smoky Mountains. There are places offering glamping tents, tiny houses, Vintage trailers, yurts, Smoky Mountains cabins, and more.
Best Glamping In the Smoky Mountains
Enjoy a relaxing and comfortable stay at these amazing and unique glamping spots in the Great Smoky Mountains. Here are 10 of the Best Glamping spots in The Smokies.
- Under Canvas
- Tentrr Signature Sites (3 in total)
- Camp Leconte Luxury Outdoor Resort
- The Ridge Outdoor Resort
- Waynesville, NC Luxury Tent Camping
- Super-Cute Tiny House in Bryson City, NC
- Perfect Bungalow for Two on the NC side of the Smokies
Under Canvas Smoky Mountains
Under Canvas is one of the top glamping spots in the Smokies located just 10 miles from Gatlinburg and minutes away from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
This Smoky Mountains “glampground” offers different types of tents that can accommodate any group size ranging from couples to large families.
Hunkerdown Hollow-A Tentrr Signature Tent Site
Hunkerdown Hollow is located in Sevierville, 10 miles from Dollywood.
This luxury tent is a Tentrr Signature tent site and is convenient to all the beauty and attractions of the Great Smoky Mountains.
Happy Hollow Hideaway Glade Site-Pigeon Forge
Happy Hollow Hideaway Glade site is located in Pigeon Forge 9 Miles from all the major attractions in Pigeon Forge.
Happy Hollow Hideaway Creekside-Pigeon Forge
Happy Hollow Creekside is another Tentrr Signature tent conveniently located in Pigeon Forge less than 10 miles from every major attraction including Dollywood.
Luxurious canvas tent camping in western North Carolina - Jonathan Creek
This 200 sq. ft. canvas wall tent with fireplace & outdoor shower is located on the Western North Carolina side of the Great Smoky Mountains and is offers a luxurious queen bed, continental breakfast, grill, cooktop, cooking essentials, fire pit, outdoor shower & private portalet. Downtown Waynesville is a short drive away as is the Blue Ridge Parkway, Appalachian Trail, and Asheville, NC.
Walnut Hill Cabin - Luxurious Studio Cabin
You are not going to believe this "tiny house" glamping cabin in Bryson City. Don't let the completely adorable outside rustic look fool you. Inside is the luxurious and romantic mountain getaway you've always dreamed about.
Creekside Cabin Bungalow - Charleston
If you like the idea of glamping, but not so much the "tent", then check out this super cute creekside bungalow located in Bryson City, NC.
The Ridge Outdoor Resort
Ridge Outdoor Resort is located in Sevierville, Tennessee, and just 3 miles away from Dollywood.
This upscale RV and outdoor camping resort offer different kinds of camping experiences from pet-friendly RV camping sites to canvas glamping tents and luxury tiny home camping cabins, there is definitely something for everyone.
Camp LeConte Luxury Outdoor Resort
Camp LeConte is a glamping outdoor resort located adjacent to the Great Smoky Mountains and only 4 miles from downtown Gatlinburg. It is a family-owned and operated resort since 2013, with its owners being outdoor lovers themselves.
Little Arrow Outdoor Resort
Little Arrow Outdoor Resort is located just steps away from the gateway of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and is also found near Cades Cove.
They offer a variety of camping and glamping accommodations including RV, tents and pop-up sites, cabins, tiny homes, airstreams, vacation homes, and glamping lodges & tents.
More Smoky Mountains Vacation Resources
- Fun and Educational Things To Do With Kids in the Smoky Mountains
- Seasonal Hiking in the Smoky Mountains Vacation Guide
- 7 Best Scenic Drives in the Smoky Mountains You’re Family Won’t Soon Forget
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