Grumpy Bear Campground & Gem Mine

Bryson City, North Carolina

About

Grumpy Bear Campground & Gem Mine is a full-service campground located in Bryson City, North Carolina, positioned conveniently in the heart of outdoor recreation opportunities. The campground offers diverse accommodation options including RV sites with 20, 30, and 50 amp electrical hookups, water and sewer connections, hand-crafted tipis, and cabins ranging from basic to fully equipped with kitchenettes. A unique feature is the on-site gem mining operation where guests can search for gemstones, fossils, rubies, sapphires, and arrowheads. The property sits along the Tuckaseegee River with riverfront and off-river site options. Visitors enjoy proximity to major attractions including whitewater rafting with the NOC, the famous Tail of the Dragon motorcycle route, Great Smoky Mountains National Park hiking, Harrah's Casino in Cherokee, and shopping in Gatlinburg. The campground hosts Native American shows every Saturday night during season and features private restroom facilities with individual toilet, shower, and sink amenities.

Amenities

Available Site Types

• Full Hookup RV Sites
• 30 Amp Sites
• 50 Amp Sites
• Waterfront Sites
• Cabins
• Teepees
• Park Model Rentals

Local Attractions

• Whitewater rafting with NOC
• Tail of the Dragon
• Great Smoky Mountains National Park
• Tuckaseegee River fishing
• Harrah's Casino in Cherokee
• Gatlinburg shops