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    Whispering River Resort

    3.9 (14 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Tough to get our laundry done.

    We have been full timing out West for the past two years visiting national parks. We came to the area to visit the Great Smokey Mountains National Park. The campground itself was decent, except the mud holes and potholes. We were told we would have wi-fi which was non existent during our stay. The laundry was so outdated it was almost laughable. Washer and dryers OUT OF SERVICE. Out of 6 dryers, only one worked. It could be a nice place with proper management.

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    Stayed in a cabin on the river. Very peaceful and quiet. Small campground with plenty of amenities and space

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    Ye Olde Mill Campground - Breath Taking View!

    Ye Olde Mill Campground

    2.8(6 reviews)
    6.5 mi

    Ye Olde Mill Campground is changing owners and it's name. Drive by today and you'll see a…read moreRiverstone Campground sign out front. The transition is causing issues which included the double booking of our site of choice. The staff were very apologetic for the error and we were compensated a nights stay for the inconvenience. They're trying! Although the campground has old hookups, restrooms and showers you'll find everything clean and well kept. This campground is located on the river next to a spillway with a very nice swimming area. The views are amazing. We will return again with hopes of making this our campground of choice in the Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg area.

    We decided to go camping at the last minute and were able to get a riverfront spot at Ye Olde Mill…read more The property is right on Little River at the dam so we looked out over glass smooth water but got to listen to the water falling over the dam. That was the best feature of this campground. There are not many trees to provide shade for the riverside sites, none at ours, so it's tough to enjoy sitting outside from noon until sunset. The ladies side of the bathhouse had two toilets and one shower. The shower is dark and does not drain well so it floods the toilet stalls. And the toilet paper supply was always in question. I ended up taking some with me just in case. We stayed through Monday morning and found the campground to be much more peaceful after the weekend crowd left. We probably will not return.

    Little Arrow Outdoor Resort - Evening by the fire pit!

    Little Arrow Outdoor Resort

    3.6(49 reviews)
    7.6 mi

    Our family of 4 had a great time at Little Arrow! We stayed in a Premier Cabin which was perfect…read morefor us. Fantastic pool and playground for the kiddos. We also really enjoyed the hiking trail at the back of the campground. Our 2 interactions with camp store staff were very pleasant, and we met a lot of nice guests here too. Very quiet, clean, and well-maintained with lots of entertainment areas and community spaces available. It's so close to the national park and other off-site adventures, but you could easily have a stay-cation here and never leave! Wi-fi is included and worked great. One tip - if you plan to cook over the fire, get plenty of firewood because their fire pits are quite deep and the cooking grate height cannot be adjusted. Our kids are already asking when we can go back!

    We've stayed here numerous times in the last 5 years or so. They have done lots of upgrades to the…read morepool and added all kinds of cabins but the WiFi still stinks and there's no cell Svc. They advertise new broadband but it's on the same busted WiFi network they had I think. Not reliable at all. Buffers constantly cause the signal drops out. For the prices they charge, I expect a premium experience. WiFi is lacking, gravel sites are not level, no trash pickup svc. Store closes at 5 every day. It's the quiet side of the smokies and I really appreciate that fact but premium price dictates premium service.

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    Little Arrow Outdoor Resort - View of the river in front of the resort, looking toward the GSM National Park!

    View of the river in front of the resort, looking toward the GSM National Park!

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    Little Arrow Outdoor Resort - Our view from the front pouch of the Luxury Glamping Tent we stayed in! (#14)

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    Our view from the front pouch of the Luxury Glamping Tent we stayed in! (#14)

    Arrow Creek Campground

    Arrow Creek Campground

    3.4(8 reviews)
    29.0 mi

    Located about 11 miles from the main thoroughfare in Gatlinburg, Arrow Creek is a smaller…read morecampground just off 321. As their website says (www.arrowcreekcamp.com) they are in fact a "well maintained family campground convenient to Dollywood, music theaters, the Arts and Crafts Community, antique and craft shops, factory outlet malls, hiking, horseback riding, trout fishing, churches, and Bent Creek Golf Course." While staying here we visited Dollywood, Pigeon Forge (in general), the Apple Barn Cider Miller & General Store, Cade's Cove, Greenbriar Trail, and other stops. None were far away at all. When we first found Arrow Creek online it was through a general Google search. We were attracted by the images of the pool and the playground. Because I work from home we are always concerned with WiFi options and because we have a 3-year old daughter we are always looking for easy access entertainment for her. Arrow Creek has both. In fact, the pool is quite nice and in full sun. It is always clean and doesn't seem to be overly chlorinated. The playground is divided into two sections: one for toddlers (including a small trampoline) and one for older kids. The WiFi is impressive. With a central router at the office there are no less than 3 booster antennas that carry a quick, reliable, signal to the rest of the park. As we were preparing to book we read some other reviews on Arrow Creek, which accused the park of being "old, cramped, and dirty" and "noisy and crowded." Some accused the park of being poorly maintained; having too may lots for its size, and having too many old campers that seems run down. After arriving we did notice that perhaps 55% of the campground is unavailable due to long-term residents or storage. But I understand this as having long-term stays and storage allow for year round revenue which is necessary for most mom-and-pop's to stay alive in today's economy. 3 or 4 of the units were old, yes, and 2 were what I found to be unsafe and perhaps dirtier than I would like to see (borderline sketchy, even) but at the same time, I don't check in to a campground to feel like I am staying at a Camping World showroom. Everyone has their own standards, their own budget, and their own rig. It is not for me to judge that or to say they can or can't be camping because of it. When we made our reservation our interaction (both phone and email) with the owners - Jimmy and Ginger Cooper - was exceptional. They are both generous, fun, easy-going people who ultimately showed my family remarkable hospitality. The price we were quoted for our stay was honored when we arrived with no problems and we received two emails (one just before our time to check in) from Arrow Creek to confirm our reservation. The bathroom facilities were above average. The shower stalls are travertine tile with clean curtains, changing room, good pressure, and ample hot water. The commode stalls are a bit small but are good enough. There was always toilet paper and the commodes themselves were always clean without fail. The double vanity in the men's room was a bit shabby and aging but the water was clean, the faucets worked well, and the hand dryer was sanitary. With a full bathroom in our travel trailer this added facility was all we needed. The washer specifically is a bit expensive at $2.50/load but they are large machines so we got by just fine and on budget. Dryer loads are $1 per cycle. There is also a Pepsi machine and an ice-cream vending machine available 24/7. Would we stay here again? Yes. Do we usually stay at a place more than once? Not usually. There is a lot in the nation to explore. Would we recommend it to you? Yes. * GPS Coordinates: Latitude : 35.763197 | Longitude : -83.308623 * Physical Address: 4721 East Pkwy, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 * For Reservations: www.arrowcreekcamp.com/Contact.php * Phone Number for Information: 1-888-3827769 * Rate as of Sept 1, 2014: 30-amp full hook-up with cable TV = $33.50/night. 50-amp full hook-up with cable TV = $38.50 * Weekly Rate: $225.50 (including tax) * Monthly Rate: Call for details * Military Discounts: No * Other Discounts: Call for details * Site Pad Material: Gravel * Water: Yes, included with daily rate * Electricity: Yes, included with daily rate * Sewer: Yes, included with daily rate * Laundry: Yes * Cable TV: Yes * Wi-fi: Yes. PING = 70ms. DOWNLOAD = 7.68 Mbps. UPLOAD = 7.82 Mbps. * Dump Station: Yes * Propane: No * Pull Throughs: Yes * Back In: Yes * Big Rig Friendly: Not especially * Pet Friendly: Yes * Additional Amenities: Picnic table, fire pit, on site * Cellular Coverage: Strong Verizon 3G and 4G

    If I could give this campground negative stars, I absolutely would…read more Our experience here has been nothing short of frustrating and disappointing. The campground has a serious rat problem, and because of it, our RV was damaged. This issue should have been prevented and properly addressed by management. This is not a kid-friendly place at all. Children are constantly being reprimanded for simply acting like kids. The property manager, Jessica, is rarely ever on-site. She is quick to complain and issue notices, but almost never available when residents actually need help. In contrast, the maintenance manager Daniel and his wife Becca are always around, responsive, and willing to help whenever needed. They are the only reason many issues get addressed. Residents are charged random fees with little explanation. Then management claims payments are late in order to tack on additional charges. Eviction notices seem to be handed out every couple of weeks whenever a new charge is added. The bathhouses are extremely outdated and honestly look like something out of an old horror movie. The cabins are old, poorly maintained, and some reportedly have black mold. During our stay, someone even passed away in one of the cabins. Management claims to conduct background checks, but some of the individuals staying here make that difficult to believe. Overall, this has been a terrible experience. Between the rats, questionable fees, poor management, outdated facilities, and lack of concern for residents, I would not recommend this campground to anyone.

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