Warriors' Path State Park is named after a trail once used by the Cherokee. Today it is a 900-acre park very near Kingsport, but it is far enough away to feel very distant from civilization.
The park has 134 campsites with tables and grills, and 94 sites have electrical and water hookups. The other sites are only open in summer and have water but no other utilities. There is a bathhouse as well as restrooms. No reservations are taken.
The park has two hiking trails, a seven-mile biking trail, and horseback riding trails. A lake and marina are in the park, and boats are available for rent. Park employees put on special programs through the summer.
Warriors' Path State Park
Hemlock Road
Kingsport, TN 37663
423-239-8531
state.tn.gov/environment/parks
Riverpark Campground is on the Nolichuky River in the mountains of East Tennessee, near historic Jonesborough--the oldest town in the state--and in the Tri-Cities area. The Appalachian Trail is nearby, and there are many more trails around the river.
The campground is divided into upper and lower areas. The upper area is for RVs and has full hookups, cable TV and Wi-Fi. The lower area is on the river and is for tent camping, and there are water and electric hookups available.
The river has white water rafting, tubing and fishing. Kayaks are available for rent. There is also an outfitter nearby that provides river trips with kayaks and canoes. The campground has a restaurant, as well as a store for camping supplies you might need.
Riverpark Campground
3937 Highway 81 South
Jonesborough, TN 37659
423-753-5359
riverparkcampground.net
You can really get away from it all at Blackberry Blossom Campground. The campground is on a farm in the rural Appalachian Mountains. The owners try to create a simple lifestyle, use organic products and be as environment friendly as possible.
There is an area for RV camping with basic hookups. The main campground, opened in 2010, is along a creek and is a tent camping area with electricity and water. You can park at the camp store and walk to your campsite on the creek. The campground owners will help carry your equipment. The campsites are large and surrounded by trees so there is plenty of quiet and privacy.
Just about any camping supplies you might need are available at the store, and you can rent tents as well. There is a bathhouse and laundry featuring natural spring water. Recycling is encouraged.
Blackberry Blossom Farm & Campground
250 Blackberry Blossom Lane
Unicoi, TN 37692
423-735-0696
visit-our-simple-life.com
