Smoky Mountain Travel Info

There’s no better bonding activity than spending a weekend ‘roughing it’ with your family at Tennessee’s best Smoky Mountain campground! Whether you camp in a tent, cabin or RV, you’ll have a blast spending quality time with your favorite people building campfires, telling ghost stories and laughing away the stress of life!…

Camping in the Smokies is a great way to get out and enjoy nature and have a real camping experience in one of the most beautiful areas in the Smokies. Here’s a few reasons you should join us at Pigeon River Campground for camping in the Smokies:…

Here at Pigeon River Campground, we offer a variety of ways for guests to enjoy spending some time in the great outdoors. In addition to tent campsites and RV campsites, we have six excellent Smoky Mountain camping cabins that are available to rent. Located right on the river, our cabins are the perfect place for a family getaway in East Tennessee. Read on to learn about the top five advantages of camping at a cabin:…

Here at Pigeon River Campground, we’re always looking for new tips and tricks to make camping in the Smokies even more fun and convenient. After a little research, we found some truly brilliant ideas that you can employ on your next Great Smoky Mountain camping trip. Here are four of our favorite tricks: …

Experiencing the outdoors is one of the many reasons people travel from all over the world to visit the Smoky Mountains. These people go and visit the beautiful sights, hike up mountains and to waterfalls, and experience the history of the land. During their trip, these people will get to experience everything the Smoky Mountains has to offer except one thing, camping. Many of the visitors stay in the cities in the region, which are great but there is something extra special about camping near the Smoky Mountains and here is why. …

Camping is a great way to bond with your friends and family and the best place to go camping is in the Smoky Mountains. The Smoky Mountains will provide you with the warmer spring weather that you desire while you are surrounded by beautiful mountain views. Of course, before you go camping you need to be prepared for whatever is thrown your way. That is why we compiled a list of tips to help you through spring camping in the Smoky Mountains. …

Everyone knows that camping is a lot of fun, but did you know that it can be good for your health too? The latest evidence suggests that camping has a variety of benefits that you may not be aware of. After doing a little research, the team at Pigeon River Campground put together a list of five ways camping in the Smoky Mountains Tennessee can improve your health and wellbeing: …

Whether you’re a camping enthusiasts looking for a new adventure or you’re ready to take your family camping for the very first time, you couldn’t pick a better spot than Pigeon River Campground. We are perfectly situated right on the border of Cherokee National Forest, so you can expect to enjoy the perfect camping experience. To help you get started, we have put together six steps for planning an unforgettable Cherokee National Forest camping trip:…

With a mild climate, breathtaking scenery, and world famous wildlife, the greater Gatlinburg area is one the best places in the country to take a camping trip. If you’ve never gone camping near Gatlinburg TN before, you have a lot to look forward to! Here are the top five reasons to spend a weekend at Pigeon River Campground:  …

Still have a few questions about our Smoky Mountain campground? We’ve put together a convenient guide with everything you need to know about Pigeon River Campground: …

Camping can be a fun and educational experience for the whole family. If you live in the city or suburbs, it’s especially nice to expose your kids to nature, and there are plenty of benefits of camping with your family! No matter where you live, however, camping is an adventure that gives everyone a break from their everyday routines.

One of the most scenic places to go camping with the whole family is beautiful East Tennessee. Pigeon River Campground has 20 exceptional campsites located right in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains. As you start planning your trip, check out these six tips for making the most out of tent camping in the Smoky Mountains with your kids….

Camping is a fun adventure for many American families, and you won’t find a better spot for your camping trip than the Great Smoky Mountains. The fresh mountain air, pristine natural beauty, and  family-friendly activities, attractions, and events promise the best vacation ever. Pigeon River Campground has put together these tips for making the most of your Smoky Mountain camping getaway with us:…

Don’t get caught empty-handed! Make sure you include these must-bring items to your Pigeon River camping packing list….