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Big Creek Campground
in Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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Big Creek Campground is located close to Newport, Tennessee and offers tent camping only.

Big Creek Campground

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Open mid-March through October 31st.

First-come, first served. There are 12 sites for tents only. The campground sits at an elevation of 1,700 feet. There are no electric hookups or shower facilities, only running water and bathroom facilities.

Big Creek Campground
236 Big Creek Park Road
Newport, TN 37821

423-487-5418 (Cosby Ranger Station)

Directions: Take I-40 East from Newport, TN approx. 16 miles. Exit I-40 at exit 451 (Waterville). Follow the road past the Walters Power Generating Station to a 4-way intersection. Continue straight through and follow signs to the group camp.

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