Cades Cove Campground
Quick Facts
1,923 ftPrice
$30/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
159 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
No Service
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Quick Facts
1,923 ftPrice
$30/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
159 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
No Service
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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"Campers enjoy the natural beauty, wildlife, and cycling opportunities, though complaints about bathroom maintenance and campsite spacing are frequent. "The proximity to the Cades Cove Loop is unbeatable," sums up a common sentiment."
Campground Map
Cades Cove Campground
10042 Campground Drive, Townsend, TN, 37882
Best Time to Camp at Cades Cove Campground
Each season paints Cades Cove in dramatically different hues. Spring arrives with wildflower explosions and crisp nights perfect for campfire stories, while autumn transforms the surrounding mountains into a tapestry of gold and crimson. Summer days invite leisurely exploration, though mountain breezes keep temperatures refreshingly cool at these elevations. Winter occasionally dusts the valley with snow, creating an enchanting landscape where frost sparkles on historic cabin roofs and bare trees reveal mountain vistas usually hidden by summer foliage.
Peak season offers abundant wildlife and activities but is typically busy.
Autumn colors enhance ridge/valley vistas; fall is a top season though crowded.
Spring wildflowers, crisp nights and active wildlife make spring especially appealing.
Quieter, potential for solitude and snowy scenes but Loop B/C closures and limited facilities reduce access.
Planning Tips
- Peak Season: May through October is considered peak season. Fees and availability do not vary.. Book 2-3 months ahead.
- Operating Season: Open year-round, but Loop B and C are closed from December to mid-April. Reservations required during off-season.
- Current Alerts: Bear activity is high; precautions are mandatory. Seasonal closures may affect roads and specific areas.
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