Deep Creek Campground

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Basic Information

Deep Creek Campground is located next to one of the park's most popular creeks. With an elevation of 1,800 feet (549 m), the climate is characterized by mild winters and hot, humid summers. Whether blanketed in bright spring wildflowers or vivid fall colors, the scenery at Deep Creek never disappoints. Hookups and showers are not provided, but flush toilets and drinking water are available.

TOTAL SITES: 92

Electric Hookups: 0

RV Only: 0

Tent Only: 60

Walk to/Boat to: 42

Group: 3

Horse: 0

Other: 0

Campground Features

Amenities

Cell Phone Reception

No

Internet Connectivity

No

Trash/Recycling Collection

Yes, Seasonal

Food Storage Lockers

No

Camp Store

No

Ice for Sale

No

Firewood for Sale

No

Staff On Site

Yes, Seasonal

Amphitheater

No

Laundry

No

Dump Station

Yes, Seasonal

Potable Water

Potable Water - Seasonal

Fire/Stove Policy

Fires are permitted only in established fire rings provided at each campsite.

Toilet Types

• Flush Toilets - year round

Shower Types

• None

Operating Hours & Seasons

Closed today

Current Hours (Closed)

January 2–December 31

• Every Day:Closed

Opening date TBD

Show Standard Hours

Standard Hours

• Every Day:12:00 AM–12:00 AM

Deep Creek Campground closes seasonally. See exceptions for exact dates of operation.

Closures & Seasonal Exceptions

Closed

January 2–December 31

• Every Day:Closed

Opening date TBD

Holidays

2025–2026

Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.	January 19, 2026	Closed
Washington's Birthday	February 16, 2026	Closed
Memorial Day	May 26, 2025	Closed
Juneteenth National Independence Day	June 19, 2025	Closed
Independence Day	July 4, 2025	Closed
Labor Day	September 1, 2025	Closed
Columbus Day	October 13, 2025	Closed
Veterans Day	November 11, 2025	Closed
Thanksgiving Day	November 27, 2025	Closed
Christmas Day	December 25, 2025	Closed
Holiday	Date	Hours

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Weather

This campground is in the mountains and weather can rapidly change from warm and sunny to cold and rainy. Be prepared with layers and rain gear in all seasons.

Fees

Camping Fee

Camping fee is per site, per night.

$30.00

Contact Information & Directions

Email Address

Send this campground an email

Phone number (Voice)

[phone]

Mailing Address

107 Park Headquarters Road
Gatlinburg, TN 37738

Physical Address

1912 East Deep Creek Road
Bryson City, NC 28713

Additional Information & Regulations

Regulations

All food and equipment used to prepare and store food must be sealed in a vehicle or in a camping unit constructed of solid, non-pliable material, or as otherwise directed, at all times when not in use.

Campfires are permitted only in fire rings. You may collect dead and downed wood in the park for campfires. Only heat-treated firewood that is bundled and certified by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) or a state agency may be brought into the park.

Quiet hours are 10 pm-6 am. Generator use is prohibited 8 pm-8 am.

Your stay is limited to 14 consecutive days at a time.

You may have up to six people per campsite.

No more than two motor vehicles or one vehicle with trailer are allowed per campsite. Please keep wheels, including trailer wheels and guest cars, on the pavement. Park only in designated spaces.

All tents must be pitched on the pad, where provided.

More about regulations

Reservations

Campsite reservations are required and may be made up to six months in advance.

Image Gallery

A campsite near flowing water and trees. A blue tent with orange trim sits on the gravel pad.

Beside a flowing creek, wood sits inside and next to a metal fire ring with a mobile grate afixed.

A flowing river from the vantage point of a bridge. The body of water is lined with green trees.

Deep Creek Campground offers a variety of sites, some streamside.
NPS Photo

Deep Creek Campground offers a variety of sites, some streamside.
NPS Photo

Visitors can find many enjoyable water views near the Deep Creek Campground.
NPS Photo

Accessibility Information

ADA Information - One accessible campsite. Restrooms are accessible.

Wheelchair Access - Accessible path to restroom and parking area.

RV & Trailer Information - Paved site driveway.

RV Allowed - Yes

RV Max Length in Feet - 26

Trailer Allowed - Yes

Trailer Max Length in Feet - 26

Classification - This campground is a developed campground.

 

Pets are family for many, but please remember that not all visitors may feel this way. Additionally, wildlife view pets as either predators or prey. Please follow the pet rules to ensure an enjoyable experience for all.

Smokies Life Graphic/Emma Oxford

Groceries, Camping Supplies, Food, and Firewood

A limited selection of groceries, camping supplies, visitor convenience items, and food and beverage services are available in the park.

Bundles of certified heat-treated firewood are available for sale in the communities surrounding the national park. Firewood may not be brought into the park unless it bears the USDA-APHIS-PPQ or state certification that it has been heat-treated. See the Firewood FAQs page for additional information. The following campgrounds have seasonal, on-site firewood sales:

• Cades Cove (at Cades Cove Campground Store)
• Elkmont
• Smokemont (at Smokemont Riding Stables)

Late Arrival Procedures

Park campgrounds are not gated. You may check in after hours. However, please be considerate of your neighbors while setting up camp by keeping noise and light to a minimum. Quiet hours are from 10:00 pm–6:00 am. If you have forgotten your assigned site, check the Arrival List posted on the bulletin board at the kiosk for your name and site number.

Pets

Pets are allowed on a leash no longer than six feet. Hiking in the park with pets is allowed only on roads and two trails—the Gatlinburg Trail and the Oconaluftee River Trail. Pets are not allowed on any other park trails. View the pets webpage for details.

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