Bear Cove Village

This was the first non state park campground we have stayed at. Though we prefer state campgrounds over this one that wasn’t their fault. It was the perfect location to Dollywood, just 2 mins away and was the best price campground we found in the area! We stayed Tuesday to Friday so we don’t know what weekend prices look like. The sites seemed close together but like I stated earlier we are use to staying at state parks. All in all we were very pleased with our stay!

Though the site was decent and the staff was friendly- we felt that it was overpriced because of the name jellystone, but didn’t really deliver on the name. I booked it for the fact that it was a jelly stone thinking it would have lots of fun things for the kids. But, there’s only a small playground, jump pad and pool. The laundry was pitiful- out of 8 washer/dryer sets, only one dryer and 2 washers were operating. The site itself was good- all hookups were great, and we enjoyed the other amenities (shower rooms were fantastic). We were just disappointed that we spent so much on so little. They charged $110 for the Saturday we were there, and it was maybe worth the $49 for the Monday…..but just barely!

This campground is a Jellystone in name only. We are used to Jellystones having water parks, activities for kids, and visible staff. None of that is present here. In fact, the only thing going for it is it’s proximity to Dollywood. While some sites are level others have to perform ninja moves to get their’s level. The campground is small and crowded with 2 pools that are smaller than our backyard pool. Things don’t appear to be well maintained either. Would not recommend.

Stayed in site #134 and it was on the corner with shade in the back. Very level site. Didn’t use many of the amenities, but the kids enjoyed the bounce/jump pad (a little sandy). The site pads are nice and most appear level and the hookups were great. The facilities were not maintained. The washers and dryers were out of service and the bathrooms were disgusting (all toilets were blocked and leaking all over the floors).

Fun park with great bath/shower, very close to Dollywood. “Ricky’s RV” down the street was awesome.

Great campground for visiting the area.
We have stayed at 3 others in the past and found them all adequate.
This campground is a loop of level sites. 50% are permanents but unless you walk the park you would be completely unaware.
We don't use any of the facilities so can't comment, but my wife is hard to please.
She was very happy with the peaceful surroundings and helpful staff.
We'll be back

Great Place! John, who answered the phones and works the front desk, was super kind and patient. Kathleen, who also works on property was super friendly. The place was clean and a hop - skip and a jump from Dollywood. Will be back :) .

I'd love to give this place 5 stars but the lots are kind of small and many aren't level. The nose of my camper is currently 3 feet off the ground for example. It is very clean, the bath houses are private rooms, not a large room with multiple stalls. The pool looks nice, a little small, but fairly clean (with trees everywhere, leafs are to be expected). They have a pond you can fish in, but you need to buy a permit. The water pressure and electric has been 'clean' and constant the entire time. The only complaint is many of the other guests do not pick up their dogs poo so you have to watch your step.m