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Does Big Meadow Family Campground Allow EV Charging?

Here's what you need to know about EV charging at this RV park in Townsend, Tennessee.

Location

8215 Cedar Creek Rd

Townsend, TN 37882

EV Charging Policy

Verified by official park websiteSource:bigmeadowcampground.comLast checked May 2026
EV Charging Stations Available
EV charging is allowed for a $10 fee per day, this may not be allowed at your assigned site. Please check with office staff. However, use of pedestals for EVs is not recommended, charging an EV can cause substantial damage to our electrical outlets.

Big Meadow Family Campground sits along Cedar Creek Road in Townsend, Tennessee, the quiet side of the Smokies that locals call the peaceful one. The campground's policy is a careful split: EV charging is technically allowed for $10 per day at certain sites, but they discourage it because their pedestals are not built for sustained EV draw. The nearest DC fast charging is in Pigeon Forge, about 9 miles away, with Tesla Supercharger stations. Sevierville is another option at roughly 13 miles, with ChargePoint. The honest takeaway from the campground's own rules is that public DC fast in Pigeon Forge is the better play.

DC Fast Charging Near Big Meadow Family Campground

  • Pigeon Forge
    9 mi
    Tesla Supercharger
  • Sevierville
    13 mi
    ChargePoint

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, though not at your campsite. Big Meadow Family Campground has dedicated EV charging stations on the property. Bring your SAE J1772 adapter, since most park chargers aren't on the NACS Tesla plug style yet. The honest takeaway from the campground's own rules is that public DC fast in Pigeon Forge is the better play.

Big Meadow Family Campground has dedicated EV charging stations rather than campsite-level hookups. Dedicated park chargers are typically Level 2 (J1772 connector), which is compatible with most EVs. Expect to add 20 to 30 miles of range per hour. Big Meadow Family Campground sits along Cedar Creek Road in Townsend, Tennessee, the quiet side of the Smokies that locals call the peaceful one.

Big Meadow Family Campground has on-site EV charging stations, which may be all you need. But if you're looking for DC fast charging or need more power than the park's chargers provide, here's what's nearby. The nearest DC fast charging is in Pigeon Forge, about 9 miles away, with Tesla Supercharger. Beyond that, Sevierville is about 13 miles away with ChargePoint. Have your next charging stop figured out before you arrive. The peace of mind is worth the two minutes of planning.

Mostly, yes. Big Meadow Family Campground doesn't allow charging at individual campsites, but they do have dedicated EV charging stations on the property. The honest takeaway from the campground's own rules is that public DC fast in Pigeon Forge is the better play.

It depends. Big Meadow Family Campground has dedicated EV charging stations, but campsite charging is not allowed. Whether you can leave your vehicle at the charging station overnight depends on the park's specific rules. Ask at check-in to avoid any surprises. Big Meadow Family Campground sits along Cedar Creek Road in Townsend, Tennessee, the quiet side of the Smokies that locals call the peaceful one.

Big Meadow Family Campground has dedicated EV charging stations on the property, though we don't have the exact count. Contact the park for current availability and whether reservations are needed.

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