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BIG CREEK HORSE CAMP

Overview The only horse camp in the Great Smoky Mountains with potable water and flushing toilets! Pack up your horses for a getaway at Big Creek Horse Camp, located on far northeastern side of Smoky Mountains National Park, approximately 16 miles from Newport, Tennessee. This campsite sits along the gently rolling waters of Big Creek and offers miles of horse trails with breathtaking scenic backdrops. You MUST have a HORSE to camp in Big Creek Horse Camp! Recreation The rolling terrain…

  • Managed by: National Park Service
  • Coordinates: 35.7542677, -83.10733669

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • COSBY CAMPGROUND
  • ROUND BOTTOM HORSE CAMP
  • GREENBRIER PICNIC PAVILION
  • SMOKEMONT GROUP CAMP
  • SMOKEMONT CAMPGROUND
  • COLLINS CREEK PICNIC PAVILION

Frequently asked questions

Is BIG CREEK HORSE CAMP reservable?

Yes — BIG CREEK HORSE CAMP accepts reservations. Check the live availability calendar to see open dates and book.

Where is BIG CREEK HORSE CAMP?

See the map for BIG CREEK HORSE CAMP's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at BIG CREEK HORSE CAMP?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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