Ellis Cove

Stayed in RV sites #8 & 9 while traveling the area. It was a great central location between Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. Little Pigeon River was pleasant and a short walk from the RV. Dog friendly was a big plus. After being cramped up for days, the dogs loved the running area. The place was very quiet and private. Highly recommend Ellis Cove. Good directions on finding this sweet gem.

Leslie F.

5 reviews

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· June 2026

Great way to start our summer

35 ft travel trailer · With pets ·

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We had a wonderful stay and highly recommend this property! It was the perfect location for a reunion with close friends. They flew in from another state and stayed in one of the tiny homes while we parked our RV in a campsite right beside them. The property is peaceful, beautiful, and well maintained. Our children loved catching lightning bugs, playing cornhole, fishing, and swimming in the river. We recommend bringing floats, tubes, or inflatable kayaks. The river flows gently—just enough to make floating enjoyable without being too fast. The fishing was great, and we did see several snakes in the river, but they kept their distance and we simply gave them plenty of space. The location is convenient to Gatlinburg and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. We also highly recommend visiting the nearby Blowing Cave Mill and taking the tour—it was one of the highlights of our trip. We enjoyed meeting the owner and learning about the history of the property, which was once part of his family's farm. It's wonderful that the family shares this beautiful land while preserving its natural character. We had no issues getting our RV in or out. The mountain roads are narrow and winding in places, but that's to be expected and wasn't a problem if you take your time. Bring bug spray—we encountered some fire ants, which is simply part of enjoying the outdoors. Overall, this was a fantastic experience, and we hope to return again someday!

Teresa W.

2 months on Hipcamp

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· June 2026

Yes! Book Ellis Cove

22 ft travel trailer ·

Yes! Ellis Cove was an excellent Hip Camp! It is close enough to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park that we enjoyed the park trails and waterfalls but far enough from the tourism of Gatlinburg to miss the chaos! It was easily accessed and had plenty of space. For pull through spaces, I felt it was a slightly-tight turn but could be accessed by pulling through their circle drive and coming at it from the other direction. We camped in Site 7. I liked it and would book it again. There was one other camper while we were there in Site 5. All the sites seemed flat, Site 6 seemed more even but the grassy area is not. We like to put up a screen room on the site so I was happy with 7. I am suggesting you look closely at 9, it’s like a thoroughfare and while we were there the people in the cabin parked right there. If that’s what’s left, great but otherwise, choose another spot!!

Karen R.

13 reviews

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· June 2026

18 ft pop-up camper · With pets ·

This place is delightful. Wide open grassy spaces for dogs and kids to run, and the river at the back of the property provides the perfect setting for a quiet morning coffee or an afternoon cool down. We were lucky enough to have the place to ourselves which meant lots of quiet river time. Spots were level and the place was clean! Do come prepared to pack out your trash however

Kate V.

1 month on Hipcamp

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· May 2026

True Gem!

27 ft travel trailer · With pets ·

The location of Ellis Cove is GREAT! Located between Pidgeon Ford and Gatlinburg, it’s close to all of the attractions in the area. The Little Pidgeon River is your backyard for floating or fishing. The few sites/tiny home cabins (9 total) are well maintained, as are the grounds.

Mike L.

5 reviews

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· May 2026

29 ft Class C · With kids ·

We had a wonderful family camping trip here and truly enjoyed every moment. The campground was peaceful, well-maintained and perfect for a relaxing getaway. One of the highlights of our stay was river tubing in the creek behind our campsite. Our kids absolutely loved it! The host was incredibly kind and flexible, graciously accommodating our request to shift our reservation by a day due to some travel logistics. That level of understanding and hospitality made the experience even better. Everything on the property was clean, organized and working exactly as expected. We would absolutely recommend this campground to anyone looking for a quiet, family-friendly escape in nature.

Anand G.

3 months on Hipcamp

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· May 2026

A fantastic Hipcamp experience

26 ft travel trailer ·

Very convenient to Great Smoky National Forest without having to be in a crowded campground lined up cheek by jowl. Very quiet and peaceful, located near a creek; we could hear the soothing sound of rushing water all day. The road leading into the Hipcamp was a bit twisty/turny but we made it there without any problems. It’s about a 30 minute scenic-drive to the entrance of the NP but that includes driving through Gatlinburg. Everything in the camp is new and we were very comfortable. There was only one other camper in the camp while we were there.

Michelle T.

25 reviews

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· May 2026

21 ft Class B ·

Ellis Cove was absolutely beautiful!! Such a serene setting nestled within the hills about 25 minutes to the east of Gatlinburg. The grounds are situated right next to a rushing river. A couple of the sites sit up on a hill and back up to the river … both are worth the extra 10 dollars/night. We’ll definitely be coming back the next time we’re in the area.

Andrew L.

7 reviews

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· May 2026

You’ll love it here!

20 ft Class B · With pets ·

Absolutely beautiful. The land, the view, the water. Nice and quiet. No host. No toilet.

Aisha P.

4 reviews

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· April 2026

Great location and well kept

44 ft travel trailer ·

The location was perfect for exploring the area of Gatlinburg and Dollywood while giving the peaceful nature feel at the end of a busy day. The creek was lovely and the property was well maintained. We will definitely be back again when we come to visit the area.

Karen T.

4 reviews

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· April 2026

24 ft travel trailer · With pets ·

We loved the camp spot. Super private quiet and beautiful

Scott S.

2 reviews

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· April 2026

Great Riverfront Trip!

20 ft travel trailer · With kids ·

Awesome camp site with the river right there for easy access. Host was fantastic and would respond within minutes! Quiet, secluded, awesome views, great host. What else could you ask for!!

Peyton M.

4 months on Hipcamp

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· March 2026

Nicest site i have see yet!!!

36 ft Class A · With pets ·

The campsites were very nice and pretty nice.Spacious, very quiet relaxing.I give us a five star rating We will return thank you so much

Ed L.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· March 2026

36 ft Class A · With pets ·

Very quiet and clean. Nice setting. Pull through was nice and close to area attractions.

Linda L.

2 reviews

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· January 2026

30 ft travel trailer ·

A lovely campground that was peaceful, clean, and quiet. The beautiful surroundings made it a perfect spot to relax and enjoy nature.

Denise H.

2 reviews

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· January 2026

Great spot!

30 ft travel trailer · With kids ·

We loved this spot! Beautiful and quiet, but also close to all the attractions in the area. Best home base we’ve found yet for the Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg/GSMNP area.

Michael H.

11 reviews

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· January 2026

Beautiful,, Creekside Rv camping

32 ft travel trailer · With pets ·

We are Airstream campers! We enjoyed the beautiful qly kept grounds and the lovely creek That ran along the edge. Our only suggestion would be the addition of picnic tables and more lighting.

Sharon C.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· December 2025

21 ft travel trailer ·

If you're okay with it being a little outside of town, this is a great place. Very quiet, clean and a very pretty open view. A gorgeous creek flowing and a very well built bridge to get into the campground. Lots of deer. All around we were impressed. Would be nice to have wifi but it definitely wasn't a deal breaker for us. Though trash needs to be picked up a little more often. Would definitely recommend to others.

Leah O.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· December 2025

22 ft campervan ·

Great location. Easy access. Very clean and well kept sites. Would def stay again!

Mark Julie M.

6 reviews

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· November 2025

31 ft travel trailer · With pets ·

This spot was exactly the breath of fresh air I needed. The sites were beautifully maintained, the views were stunning, and the hosts were wonderfully communicative. I ended up extending my stay—twice! I even caught the northern lights during the solar flares, which made the whole experience feel magical. Sitting beside the creek was the perfect way to slow down and enjoy the day—it added a gentle rhythm to the whole trip. The location is peaceful yet close enough to town to be convenient. Highly recommend.

Chrystal V.

8 reviews

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· November 2025

20 ft travel trailer · With kids ·

Ellis Cove 008 Riverside Campsite

Beautiful location. The river is very picturesque and would have been perfect for playing in if the weather had been warmer. We had no trouble finding the place and the hook ups all worked well.

Evangeline W.

9 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2025

35 ft Class C · With pets ·

Just a really peaceful spot to stay. We are low maintenance and don’t really need any attention and this suits us perfectly. Our dogs love the wide open space and splashing in the river.

Amanda S.

6 reviews

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· October 2025

20 ft Class B ·

Beautiful and peaceful site! We loved staying here, it was close to everything but gave us the quiet we wanted.

Heather W.

2 reviews

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· October 2025

Campsite #9

25 ft travel trailer · With pets ·

We stayed at campsite #9 and absolutely loved it. We had an open view of the field and the surrounding hills. There is a pine tree that blocks the deck of the neighboring tiny house so it felt more secluded. We took our yellow lab and he loved playing in the creek and retrieving in the field. The campground is well kept and secluded. The only negatives are minor but worth mentioning. While it’s nice being secluded, if you want to go to the store or a restaurant it’s a 30 minute drive one way. Also, the sewer connection was too high for my hose to drain without help. Again, those are minor inconveniences and definitely not a knock on the campground. I’d highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a spacious, secluded place to camp.

Jimmy W.

3 reviews

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· October 2025

25 ft travel trailer ·

It was a great site and location, nice and quiet with great views.

Jason H.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· October 2025

Pigeon Forge Glamping!

21 ft travel trailer · With pets ·

The views from this property are absolutely breathtaking! The gentle, rain-rolling river added such a peaceful touch to the stay. It’s close enough to town if you want to explore, yet quiet and relaxing when you’re ready to unwind. The community fire pit was the perfect spot to share stories and connect with other guests. If you haven’t camped here yet, you need to! Andrew was incredibly accommodating—just as amazing as the property itself! Will be staying here again!

Logan J.

11 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2025

20 ft travel trailer ·

Nice peaceful spot. Pretty creek. Full hookups. Very private. I was the only camper.

D Scott T.

13 reviews

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· October 2025

Small and Quiet…Perfect

37 ft travel trailer · With kids ·

Beautiful, quiet, and tucked back into a less crowded area of the Smokies, very convenient to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge.

W. A.

11 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2025

28 ft travel trailer ·

A beautiful location away from the hustle & bustle of Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg but only a 15-20 min drive away. Full hook ups & Starlink made it feel like all the comforts of home. Spot # 9 has the best view but it is also mere feet from one of the tiny house porches....our trailer was small enough to angle away a bit so as not to look directly at their back porch. There is a large common area fire pit with grill grates but we didn't have a chance to use it. The real star of this spot is the river located on the property. It was a beautiful rocky river with plenty of places to float the day away....the neighbor across the river even offered up his tubes.

De Anna C.

7 reviews

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· September 2025

38 ft Class A · With pets ·