Smoky Mountain Camping

Leave No Trace in the Smokies: What You Must Know

Man hiking on forest trail in the Smoky Mountains, practicing Leave No Trace principles to protect Tennessee's national park.

Leave No Trace isn’t just a rule—it’s a simple promise to protect the Smoky Mountains every time we hike, camp, or explore. With so many visitors each year, practicing Smoky Mountains Leave No Trace principles helps keep trails clean, wildlife…

Cades Cove Camping: Escape to the Great Outdoors

An RV with bikes on the back drives through a mountain road in the Smokies, illustrating a guide to everything you need to know about camping at Cades Cove Campground.

Cades Cove camping is a great way to experience the Great Smoky Mountains. It’s certainly one of our favorite spots to set up camp and enjoy the mountains. Whether you’re pitching a tent or parking your RV, Cades Cove Campground…