Campground · TN
SPENCE CABIN
TN · Great Smoky Mountains National Park
SPENCE CABIN is generally lottery-hard to book. Across the 6 months we have reservation data for, difficulty peaks in April (10/10) and eases to its lowest in August (8/10). The heat strip below breaks down every month — pick one for its full odds, lead-time chart, and easier nearby alternatives.
Booking difficulty by month
Midweek tip: in the busiest month (April), arrivals are lightest on Monday — shift your dates to improve your odds.
When reservations open
Booking window
Reservations open on a rolling 6-month window at 7:00 AM America/New York.
For example, sites for April 15, 2027 become bookable on October 15, 2026. Set a reminder a few minutes before release for the best shot.
Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.
Sites & amenities
- 1 electric sites
- 1 accessible sites
Activities: HIKING, FISHING, CAMPING, HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE
How much does it cost to camp at Spence Cabin?
The fee is $200 per day. Due at checkout a $400 damage deposit is also charged but will be refunded if the facility is left in good condition. This Fee can not be refunded if the reservation is cancelled prior to paying the remainder of your balance. Customers who cancel facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will forfeit the use fee.
Fee details as listed on Recreation.gov. Rates and passes change by season, so confirm the current price on Recreation.gov before you book.