Cades Cove Campground Store And Bike Rental

This visit had to be one of the busiest days of the year. I was warned it would take at least 4 5 hours to drive the loop after leaving the store, However, on this trip we saw a Bear, a couple of turkeys and a Doe and fawn. The leaves had began tofall and all of the colors of fall were present. There were ample opportunities to take that perfect photo of Nature at it'sbest. Ok, it took almost 5 hours to travel the loop, but, if time would have allowed we could have drove the loop again.

The store has everything I think you would need for a multi-day trip to Cades Cove. They also have a little cafe inside, which is pricey but also expected at a campground. I guess. The only thing they don't offer is breakfast foods, which would be nicefor starting around the Cove at sunrise. Souvenirs and such are priced as you would expect.

We didn't try the food but they carry anything you might need for your camping trip to the greatest NP in the world. Prices are fair and they also carry a wide variety of suveneers. Shot glasses coffee cups T shirts ect.

Biked here twice now. Great experience. Staff was helpful. Best to go off-season so the place isn't too crowded for parking or running out of bikes. Can be a bit strenuous if you're not accustomed to regular biking. But if you can't handle the 11 mileloop, there are shortcuts if needed

The employees were very friendly, welcoming, helpful. The store was very pretty, inviting well stocked. My only complaint is that the prices seemed highService: 5/5