The Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (EEB) at the University of Tennessee operates a Field Station in Pittman Center, Tennessee, near Gatlinburg and adjacent to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park (GSMNP). The station consists of 18 acres of hillside land immediately adjacent to the Greenbrier entrance to the GSMNP and next to the Little Pigeon River.
Field Station facilities can be reserved by any tax-exempt organization (universities, charities, nonprofits, etc.). It can be used for field trips, field courses, teaching, research, retreats, and more. To request a booking, please visit our Reservations page.
The station has three different accommodation options to cater to groups of different sizes and needs.
Research Station
The “Research Station” consists of two houses, with a separate laboratory building between them. The total sleeping capacity for both houses is 9, although the houses can be reserved separately.
Teaching Facility
The Teaching Facility (“Campground”) sleeps 28 people in bunks in open-air lean-to cabins. It is available March-October.
Under the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations will be provided to ensure equal access and opportunity for individuals with disabilities. These accommodations are intended to remove barriers that may prevent full participation in programs, services, or activities, while maintaining the essential functions and integrity of the environment. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and appropriate modifications or adjustments will be made unless doing so would impose an undue hardship or fundamentally alter the nature of the service or operation. The goal is to promote accessibility, inclusion, and compliance with all applicable federal regulations. Guests with accessibility needs or questions are encouraged to contact us in advance.