Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Please take note of these revised directions to avoid a closed section of I-40.
FROM FLORIDA: Take I-75 North to I-40 East. Then take exit 435 to Newport. Turn Right on US-321 towards Gatlinburg on 321 to our campground.
FROM THE NORTHEAST: Take I-81 South to I-40 East to exit 435 to Newport. Turn Right on US-321 towards Gatlinburg on 321 to our campground..
The introduction of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has paved the way for many campgrounds to provide more accessible campsites and features like accessible playgrounds. Gatlinburg East / Smoky Mountain KOA Holiday has fully embraced this drive for greater accessibility.
If you are unsure if a campground is accessible, you have a few different ways to find out.
A great first step is to review the campground's website and look for any pages or sections that mention any accessibility features the campground has. You can also look at reviews from other campers.
If you are unable to find anything on the campground's website, you can reach out to them directly to ask questions about accessibility features like:
Another option is to look through photos on the site or on reviews from other campers to check for certain accessible features such as:
Gatlinburg East / Smoky Mountain KOA Holiday and the KOA Foundation strive to make the Smoky Mountains more accessible for everyone. Gatlinburg East / Smoky Mountain KOA Holiday can achieve this through lodging options like a Deluxe Cabin with a KOA Patio® and accessible features. One of the main features of the cabin is an entrance ramp to make it wheelchair and walking aid-friendly.
When visiting the campground you will also find plenty of amenities for everyone to enjoy, such as an accessible playground. Besides playground equipment, this play area features a rubber surface to make it accessible for those with wheelchairs, walkers or crutches. Other wheelchair-accessible features include beveled edges and a hard-surface ramp from the road. With wide open spaces and walkways, the playground allows children and their families to communicate via sign language, which requires more space than spoken language.
The accessible playground at Gatlinburg East / Smoky Mountain KOA Holiday provides play experiences for all children. Sensory-related disabilities are becoming more prevalent among children, which is why our playground features equipment that stimulates the senses such as:
Another benefit of our playground is that it is accessible to people of all ages. Parents or grandparents with mobility issues can still easily access and play with their children or safely watch. By embracing inclusivity, Gatlinburg East / Smoky Mountain KOA Holiday has created a safe space that everyone can enjoy for a memorable camping trip.
Experience the best that the Great Smoky Mountains offer when you book your stay at Gatlinburg East / Smoky Mountain KOA Holiday. With accessible cabins and amenities, everyone can experience the wonder of the great outdoors. Book your stay at Gatlinburg East / Smoky Mountain KOA Holiday today!
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