Absolutely LOVED this campground! Staff went above and beyond to help us out to make sure we were…read morecomfortable and welcomed. We brought our pup and they were even accommodating to him. We stayed in the camping cabins and it was just perfect for our trip! The bathhouses were sparkling clean and had codes that only campers had access too. The camp sites were all well kept. Phenomenal location will definitely be returning here!

Plenty of cemented spaces. While you're close to the parkway you hear very little road noise. With…read morethe exception of a trash truck, there was very little noise. Each site has a fire pit and a metal picnic table. There are "glamping" cabins. There are plenty dumpsters around. There are two bathhouses and a coin laundry. $3 for a wash and there is a change machine. The dryers are 25 cents for six minutes. There is an arcade for the kids and you can spy on them via the cable TV. Plus you can walk to a pancake house.

Such a beautiful park, very well maintained. We will…read moredefinitely be back. Great level spots. Easy to park.

Pros: Just a few blocks removed from the action, cement pads, easy hook ups, clean and well…read moremaintained. Cons: poor ventilation in the showers, terrible WiFi after 9PM on a week day, bathrooms closed during morning when one would be wanting to get ready for the day.

The cabin was smaller than expected and had a significant ant infestation. While I understand it is…read morelocated in the woods, we have stayed in numerous cabins across Tennessee, Georgia, and North Carolina and have never experienced an ant issue this severe. Additionally, I highly recommend adding a shade sail or canopy over the bounce and playground area. Because the sun beats down on the plastic all day, it gets hot enough to burn children who want to play.

It was great before changing back to Yogi Bear. I ve been coming here for years. It has been a…read moregreat vacation for years .Too bad it's over now .Got to find a new place to many changes not good. Do yourself a favor find somewhere else don't waste your money. I could go into detail, it would take to long .If you've been here before and love it. You want like it. You can't have visitors I used the laundry facilities really nice paid enough on that app for pay range to do all week. I went back the next day to do laundry there was a sign said closed for renovation. I asked was it broken he said no .I then ask if they are starting today he didn't know When they would start. I Think they should have posted a sign telling when it would close off season preferably . There's nothing wrong with it .I think they just didn't won't to clean it due to the bad weather. That's just a few. Maybe it better if you try yourself it's only one vacation wasted would

Buddy Bear is no "Buddy" to smaller-sized travel trailers…read more I recently stayed 3 nights (Dec 27 - Dec 30) at Buddy Bear RV Campground and was very disappointed with what transpired. I booked my stay from their webpage and received a confirmation email on December 15th for Site #4 which is the one I reserved. Site #4 is a premium site according to the website and it costs a bit more than a regular site. My fiancée and I wanted to stay along the river and at the time that was the only site available along the river. The day I arrived for my stay, Dec 27th, I received an email at 12:37 PM, So around check-in time, stating I was moved to site #21 which is a regular site and not along the river. It is also not large enough for a travel trailer and the towing vehicle to park in. I asked the manager lady why I was moved to a different site and was met with the following responses: "We try to put smaller campers in the smaller sites and save the bigger ones for potential larger campers to rent out." "It's a very common thing, we've been doing this for 30 years and you guys are new campers you'll see." "Park your vehicle over behind the dumpsters if it won't fit at your new smaller site." "The river is still close by as it's just across the street." "You should lock in the site if you want it that bad but it will cost extra." (There isn't an option on the website to Lock-In a site) Someone was already residing in site #4 upon my arrival, I can only conclude they extended their stay and the managers or owners didn't want to move them and figured it would be easier to move me. When we asked for a refund of the difference between the premium site and the regular site I was informed there were no refunds. I also asked to be moved to a different site along the river as there were 5 available at the time of my arrival. The site's 5/7/9/10/11 were all available still and along the river. I was informed that they were all booked up for the holidays and there was nowhere else to put me. Once we kept asking for the refund difference, ONLY THEN, did a premium site magically become available for use. Site #18 is not by the river but at least a large spot for my travel camper and tow vehicle. They had to inform the tenant on site #17 to move his extra vehicles from the site so I could use it. To be clear, they were going to put me in a smaller site, and not give me a refund of the difference before telling someone else to move their extra vehicles from a site they weren't paying for. At the end of the day, I stayed in a "premium site" although it wasn't near the river like I wanted. But we are at least even financially. The morning I was packing up my travel trailer to depart, DEC 30, I took another lap around and wouldn't you know, Premium Site #9 along the river was never booked or used from the moment I showed up until the moment I left. This means they lied about being "completely booked up for the Holidays" We will never be staying here again. My Mother and her Husband won't be, my fiancée and her family won't be either, nor will some of my Army buddies when we take group trips in our campers. From now on we will be staying at Ripplin Waters, it's $57.50 a night there or $60 during holidays so also more budget-friendly! They have over 150 sites with more than 40 along the river. Best of all THEY WON'T MOVE YOU TO ANOTHER SITE OR DISCRIMINATE BASED ON THE SIZE OF YOUR CAMPER.

I think the name has changed to Buddy Bear and currently they are short staffed so everything like…read morecheck in is done virtual and with a code for the gate. I enjoyed this campground because it's by the river, small, quiet, and away from all the chaos of pigeon forge. However it's close enough to get to amenities and tourist areas if desired.

We enjoyed our stay and will be coming back. The good: facilities seemed to be well managed,…read moreclean and at a great location. There is even a trolly stop to get into town from the front entrance. The weekend we were there, it was packed. Even so, the site was easy enough to back into. Tons of campers had their TVs out to watch the game and grilling, but there was little noise and noting disturbed us inside our rig. Kids enjoyed the pool and having fun while many families rented the facilities golf carts to get around the camp. The Bad: The campground is way more packed and has smaller sites than what the photos indicate. You will find it to be congested, especially on the weekends. Also, some sites to not have a dumping capability, you will need to dump at a common site when leaving. All and all, we will certainly be coming back.

Doing the VanLife at the moment. Historic cold hitting the Mid-Atlantic, so we modified our plans…read moreat the last minute. Came to Gatlinburg instead. We found the campground to be nearly empty. Lazy River Pool was heated and the hot tub was nice to have to ourselves. Showers and bathrooms clean (again, only a handful of campers here). Laundry was $2 each for wash and dry. Enjoyed our stay and will return during warmer weather to experience the Great Smokies (most roads closed during our stay due to icy conditions in the NP)

We had an amazing experience during our stay! The staff was incredibly friendly and always willing…read moreto answer any questions we had. The amenities were top-notch--from the pool and lazy river to the arcade and so much more. There are endless options to keep the kids entertained while also providing a great atmosphere for parents to relax and unwind. We made some wonderful family memories and would definitely recommend staying here!

This resort is presents stereotypical Americana as might be seen through the eyes of someone from a…read moreforeign country: over the top, extreme consumerism for Americans. This is a big operation. Lot's of staff, well organized and run, and it offers plenty of amenities. Nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains, this resort blends the rugged charm of camping with the laid-back spirit of Margaritaville. We stopped by with a group of 100 RVers for a multi-day rally. This place is big enough to accommodate large groups. RVers will find premium sites designed for comfort and convenience. Spacious pads, full hookups, and stunning mountain views set the tone. And whether you're here for a short weekend or an extended stay, you'll appreciate the outdoor kitchens, fire pits, and modern bathhouses thoughtfully scattered throughout the grounds. But the offerings don't stop at great RV amenities. The resort is bursting with ways to fill your days. Families can splash away at the water park, complete with a lazy river and two-story slide. Meanwhile, the hot tub and private cabanas call to those craving downtime. Hungry? The on-site Fins Bar & Chill serves island-inspired meals you can enjoy with a cocktail by the pool. Or, grab something casual at the coffee shop when you're in a hurry to hit the hiking trails. Speaking of adventures, you're in the ideal spot to explore Pigeon Forge. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is just minutes away, offering countless trails, streams, and scenic overlooks. Or, stick closer to home with a visit to Dollywood or The Island, both just a short trip from the resort. What makes this place truly special, though, is the atmosphere. It's lively yet peaceful, a mix of energy and calm that feels just right. Whether you're traveling solo, with family, or towing along your four-legged friend (yes, it's pet-friendly), Camp Margaritaville caters to all kinds of explorers. For RVers looking for more than just a stopover, this resort is a destination in its own right. We didn't get any pix -- we were too busy socializing. But see our separate review of the nearby Old Mill Restaurant.

Love all of the trees & the creek behind our rv. The office personnel were very helpful and…read morehospitable. We would definitely use this campground again in the future.

This place is so nice and clean. They have good location, easy to go somewhere. I will be back next…read moreyear.

This was our first camping trip and our first time here. Highly recommend. Very conveniently…read morelocated, quiet. Very clean bathhouse and laundry area. The whole area was kept neat and tidy. Everyone was very friendly and welcoming.

So clean, and perfect location to fun. Brought the grandbabies for the splash pad and 1 foot wading…read morepool, and it was a hit. VERY level lots, right on the creek. Easy to reserve and get to. Walking distance to several eating establishments

This is a pretty cut and dry campground. They do have tent sites, but this is more of an RV/Camper…read moretype spot. Its a simple oval layout. bathrooms located in the middle area. They also have a small pool, sand volleyball and a playground for the kids. The bathrooms are pretty nice actually, and showers are decent too. The sites are pretty much right up on each other, and not all of them have fire rings. We saw where there possibly was one on our site next to the road, but no ring. But if you're just sleeping here, then it's perfect for you. It was pretty quiet, minus the traffic noise. So again, a plus. They do have a small store on site for firewood and the like. The perk here is "continental breakfast" every morning. Or rather a voucher good at the Smokey Mountain Pancake house down the street. You get a choice of 4 different items. Mainly a 3 pancake breakfast, French toast, or biscuits and gravy. I wish they had a smaller more simple sausage and egg or omelet option, but they do have a percentage off if you don't want one of the prechosen combos. The location is nice, just on the other side of the river from the parkway, and at the end of the strip before you head into Gatlinburg, so nothing flanks you on 2 sides really. And if you take the back road to get here less traffic! It's also super simple to get to Dollywood as well. So quiet not a whole lot of bells and whistles simple place to park and rest your head if that's what you're looking for. And decently priced under $50 with hookups.

We were going to move in there for long term camping. When we were looking, we asked person up…read morefront about 3 vehicles. She didn't see a problem with it, they have a few sites with 3 vehicles as long as you can get them all on your site. We filled out the application we were approved to move in. Went back, showed our daughter the site and campground, found out then we needed to message owner about the third vehicle. Messaged her right away. Was told under no circumstances can we have a third vehicle. Told her we couldn't come then, asked for our deposit of over 900.00 back. We were told there are no refunds. So we are out close to 1000.00 because cause of background check, electric deposit and first month rent. We didn't see anything in the contract about only 2 vehicles.

This campground was conveniently located near Dollywood, which we visited during our stay. We…read morereserved a premium site (Site 25), which looked promising on the map. However, it was right next to the trash bins--unpleasant due to the odor and the constant noise of people opening and closing the lids. It was also near a busy road, which made for a noisy night. My observations: There wasn't much for young children to do. The game room featured only one working machine, and there was no pool table as shown in the promotional photos. Very few games were available for kids. For a park in the Smoky Mountains, there was a surprising lack of trees. The pool was small and fully exposed to the sun, which made it crowded and uncomfortable. The cement pad at our premium site wasn't level--disappointing considering the "premium" label. When I asked the attendant about the Pigeon Forge Mass Transit stop at the campground, she said she'd worked there for years and didn't know anything about it. So, plan to do your own research in advance. Overall, it wasn't the worst experience we've had, but the park could benefit from some improvements if it wants guests like us to return. Unfortunately, I won't be back--there are plenty of other campgrounds in the area that are better suited to our needs.