Part of the Tennessee Valley Authority system, Riley Creek Campground operates seasonally from April through October along the shoreline of Watts Bar Lake. This established campground accommodates RVs up to 35 feet with full hookups, though one reviewer noted that most sites provide 30-amp service with limited 50-amp availability.
The campground functions on a first-come, first-served basis and draws both seasonal campers and weekend visitors. Several reviewers mention the community atmosphere among long-term guests who look out for one another. The access road presents some challenges, with low-hanging branches that may concern taller rigs. Water service gets shut off during winter months when freezing temperatures arrive, typically in November.
Lake access remains a primary draw, with campers noting the sandy beach area and direct water views from many sites. Alisha K. highlights "gorgeous views of the lake, convenient hiking trail on property for our pups, sandy beach." An on-site hiking trail provides exercise opportunities for both campers and their pets. The campground hosts are noted for their helpfulness, delivering firewood and providing golf cart tours for families.
Campers seeking additional options in the region can explore places to camp around Kingston. For a different lakeside experience, Caney Creek RV Resort & Marina offers full-service amenities less than five miles northwest.
Description
45 RV and camp sites on scenic Watts Bar lake in East Tennessee. Tents are allowed. Nightly/monthly/seasonal rates are available. The campground is lakeside and has two swimming areas. During summer and fall the campground may have very few openings.
The campground may not be able to accommodate Class A campers and/or modern campers over 30 ft. with pull outs.
Reservation Info
There is no reservation system in place, only a manager on-site. For more information, please call (865) 250-6152.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsRiley Creek is located in Tennessee near Kingston
Directions
I-40 to Kingston Exit 352. Head southwest on TN-58/N. Kentucky Street approx 5 miles. Turn left onto Walnut Grove Rd & then Angler's Cove Road. Campground is approximately 2.5 miles from Hwy 58.
Address
615 Anglers Cove Rd
Kingston, TN 37763
Coordinates
35.82800011 N
84.52600036 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 5/16/26
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 5/16/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 5/16/26
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 5/16/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 35 min from Knoxville, TN
- 52 min from Cleveland, TN
- 1 hr 16 min from Morristown, TN
- 1 hr 16 min from Chattanooga, TN







