Historic site
Elkmont, Tennessee
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Elkmont is a historic ghost town and resort area within the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, near Gatlinburg. Once a bustling logging community and later a summer getaway, it now features rows of decaying cottages and a preserved Appalachian Clubhouse. Visitors can walk the Elkmont Nature Trail, a gentle loop through lush forest alongside the Little River, where they might spot remnants of the past, like old foundations and fireplaces. The area offers a unique blend of natural beauty and human history, making it a distinctive stop for those interested in the park's cultural heritage.
Don't miss
- Walk the Elkmont Nature Trail, a 0.8-mile loop along the Little River.
- View the abandoned cottages of Millionaire's Row, now reclaimed by nature.
- Explore the historic Appalachian Clubhouse, a remnant of the resort era.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Elkmont, Tennessee
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inGreat Smoky Mountains National Park Self-Guided Driving Tour4.1★ · 309 travelers2–3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$15 per personSee dates →
Most booked2 hour Extended Ghost and Haunt Tour of Gatlinburg4.5★ · 1,194 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$40 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleSelf-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Great Smoky Mountains4.7★ · 119 travelers8–24 hoursFree cancellationFrom$20 per personSee dates →More attractions in Gatlinburg