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Phone for emergency calls are located at the entrance of the campground.
Don't forget...you're in bear country. Store food properly.
A small campground store and snack spot is located at the entrance of the campground.
Elkmont Campground provides plenty of shade and river access to keep you cool in the summer.
Typical campsite at Elkmont Campground.
Elkmont Campground entrance.
Camping under a sea of spring green.
Relax in the shade with the family and then explore the area.
Elkmont Campground.
Pop up the tent, start a fire, and wait for the fireflies to begin their show.
Little River Trail in the Elkmont Campground area is the perfect trail to take a walk with the families.
The Troll Bridge is located in Elkmont and is a popular spot to explore with the locals. This spot is filled with fireflies in May and June.
Daniel Sherman
Photo Date:
10/18/2012
The Little River flows beside Elkmont Campground, Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Daniel Sherman
Photo Date:
10/18/2012
A wild turkey near Elkmont Campground in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Daniel Sherman
Photo Date:
10/18/2012
A site beside the water in Elkmont Campground, Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Daniel Sherman
Photo Date:
10/18/2012
The Little River from Elkmont Campground, Great Smoky Mountains National Park.