- Cosby
Near Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Within a 60-minute drive from the Gatlinburg Welcome Center.
Full RV hookups
Electrical, water, and sewage hookups are available at all sites.
All to yourself
100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.
Rig suitability
Vehicles under 35 feet allowed
Allowed rigs: travel trailers, fifth wheels, toy haulers, pop-up campers, class A RVs, class B RVs, class C RVs, campervans, cars, truck campers, and rooftop tents
Back-in site
Accommodates slideouts
Surface type: Loose Gravel
Surface levelness: Requires leveling
Electrical hookup available
Water hookup available
Sewage hookup available
Generators allowed
No TV hookup
What to expect
Vehicle site
8 guests max
Campfires allowed
Pets allowed
No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets
Potable water available
Bins available
Picnic table present
No showers
Cooking equipment absent
No wifi
Laundry absent
Hot Tub absent
No playground
Things to know
Getting there
Check in: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Check out: Before 12:00 PM
On arrival: Meet with Host
Cancellation policy: Strict
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 12 months out
Park at listing
No wheelchair access
Max 3 vehicles
2WD accessible
During your trip
Leave it better
Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.
RV-only sites
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River Refuge private rv/camper campsite
Booked 1 time
Campfires allowed
Potable water
Pets allowed
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Reviews
100% Recommend18 ratings · 15 reviews
If I could give River Refuge more than five stars I would. It has hit #1 on my list for so many reasons. The hosts are amazing, the site is breathtaking and the amenities provided exceeds any I’ve ever experienced. They put a lot of effort into giving their guests a lovely experience. If you are wanting a place to connect spiritually, detox mentally then this is the place.! The energy on this land is nothing other than peace. We did find a homeless kitten that totally stole our hearts and the property owners have welcomed him in to their family. (Pictures provided for cuteness). Site is private and filled with sounds of nature. A few jets flew over but brought back good memories of the years we lived on the air force base. Next warm weather visit I will be bringing the kayaks as I was informed by a few fishermen that there is a place to drop in just up the river next to a park. Plenty of trees for hammocks and a nice large fire pit if you prefer cooking over a fire.
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Christina R.
11 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
What a great spot! The tent was comfortable and the river was fun to play on. Plenty to do without ever having to leave. We had a great time.
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Ryan G.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
Group trip ·
River Refuge
We enjoyed the stay at the camp. It was close to the river and we could listen to the sound of water.
Perfect place to spend time if you want to in nature.
The camp was good and spacious.
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Deepak S.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
I absolutely loved this spot. It was the perfect place to camp by myself and I felt very safe. It is such a peaceful place and Hannah was the perfect host.
Elizabeth H.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
We loved this experience! Peaceful with river access for swimming and tubing. The yurt was spacious and the bed was comfortable. Truly glamping at its finest!
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Sarah E.
3 reviews
Very beautiful area. Loved the river sounds. Bed was comfortable and having air conditioning a flushing toilet and hot shower is a huge plus. I’ve camped all my life and now that I am in my 60’s glamping is the way to go. Thank you Hannah for all the extras. ( coffee and cups, cooking utensils, plates and forks ). Will definitely recommend.
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Mary L.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2024
Very nice place to stay. Loved the peaceful sound of the river. Would definitely stay here again.
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Melissa S.
2 years on Hipcamp
River Refuge was an amazing location for our gals trip. The perfect in-between for those who want to feel enveloped in nature but also have the option for creature comforts. The yurt is so roomy but cozy, the platform has so many unlisted amenities (we totally over packed!) And the fire pit and river space feel secluded and offer stunning views.
My friends got their hot shower and I got to swim with geese, heron and enjoy watching the mist roll off the mountains from my perch in the middle of the river rapids.
Wonderfully located between Gatlinburg and the Cherokee mountains for tourist fun and hiking access.
Everybody wins, we will be back for sure!
Sam D.
7 reviews
I cant say enough how amazing this place is. absolutely gorgeous. What a wonderfull host, the amenities provided were countleas. You will not find a better glamping experience.
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David M.
2 reviews
this was the most lovely campsite ever. Hannah had every amenity you could’ve needed for a comfortable stay. the tent is very big and slept 4 of us comfortably. had outlets shower stuff fridge sink and lights that made the experience seamless. the views are amazing and the sound of the river at night is great. i will definitely be staying here again.
Skyler H.
5 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· March 2024
Perfect getaway right on the river. Loved the sounds of the white rapids that smooths out and becomes calm right in front of the camp. Site had everything we needed. Coffee machine for the mornings and firewood for our sunset fires. Site felt private. Hannah and Andy were amazing hosts. We can’t wait to come back in the summer.
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Tamzyn K.
2 years on Hipcamp
Hannah and Andy are the nicest hosts and have thought of everything to make your stay comfortable. The site is secluded, peaceful, and truly one of a kind.
The amenities make it a perfect year-round place to stay for both campers and non-campers alike, and the pictures do not do it justice.
The location is very close to some great hikes, waterfalls, scenic drives and overlooks, and local coffee shops.
We will certainly be staying again!
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Gabriel S.
2 reviews
What a great location! Hannah and Andy have a special place. We appreciated the feeling of camping but without having to take everything. They provided fire starter supplies, cutlery (if you forget yours) spatulas for the blackstone, towels for the shower, & coffee.
They’re on an amazing spot of the river - shallow and deep spots. Bring a snorkeling mask to float and watch all the wonders to be found in the river or test your fishing skills.
Their site is very close to Carver’s Apple Orchard (a fave spot of ours) & a nice drive to Gatlinburg. The location is close to I-40 so you can also hop over to Asheville for the day if you want.
At night you will hear some traffic from I-40, but this is not going to ruin the trip. Take advantage of the fire pit or sit down by the waters edge and catch the Starlink Satellite train going over. (We had an amazing view of it our first night there.)
Leza D.
2 years on Hipcamp
This was a great spot on the River. There were a lot of extras that Hannah and Andy the hosts included. Air conditioning in the tent, fan on the porch, firewood and kindling provided along with campfire skewers , fishing rod and tackle box, towels and linens provided. . You can swim in the river! Tent was clean and the platform had lots of extra room to store things out of the rain.
Andrea R.
2 reviews
This spot is absolutely amazing! There are so many amenities to make it feel like home, and the land is gorgeous. We were able to go fishing and tubing in the river and there were several activities within driving distance. Highly recommend and thank you to Hannah for being such a welcoming host!
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Isabelle Y.
3 years on Hipcamp
Location
Cosby, Cocke, Tennessee, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Hannah F.
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