Explore the Great Smoky Mountains

Welcome to Base Camp Lodge in Sevierville, Tennessee. Perfectly situated just minutes from premier attractions, family entertainment, scenic natural wonders, and delicious Southern dining, our lodge serves as your ultimate home base for exploring Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and the national park.

Top local attractions and natural wonders

Experience the best of the Smokies within an easy drive from your door:

  • The Parkway: 5 minutes
  • Dollywood: 15 minutes
  • The Island in Pigeon Forge: 20 minutes
  • Foxfire Mountain Adventure Park: 22 minutes
  • Rainforest Adventures Zoo: 24 minutes
  • The Apple Barn Winery: 24 minutes
  • SkyLand Ranch & Tanger Outlets: 25 minutes
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park: 30 minutes

Group entertainment and family adventures

Designed for large gatherings, retreats, and reunions, Base Camp Lodge places you near high-energy group activities. Splash the day away at Soaky Mountain Waterpark, take in mountain views and chairlift rides at SkyLand Ranch, or race go-karts and play arcade games at NASCAR SpeedPark. For shopping and variety, head to Tanger Outlets or wander around The Island in Pigeon Forge.

Local dining and insider tips

Gather your group for hearty local meals at Five Oaks Farm Kitchen, Applewood Farm Restaurant, Chubby's Restaurant, Holston's Kitchen, Buddy Dave's, or The Pines Downtown.

Local tips for an effortless stay:

  • Beat the traffic: The Parkway peaks between 10am and 6pm; travel early, late, or midweek.
  • Ride the trolley: Park once and ride the Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge Trolley to avoid parking hassles.
  • Dollywood timing: Midweek visits outside school breaks offer shorter lines.
  • Grocery runs: Stock up in Sevierville before settling into the lodge.
  • Scenic drives: Take Wears Valley Road for mountain vistas, and arrive early at Cades Cove for wildlife viewing (parking tag required).