general information

Address and Phone
642 Smalling Rd.
Watauga, TN 37694

Phone: 423-542-6187

Quick Information
Boat Ramp, Campfires_Permitted, Canoeing, Cash Only, Freshwater Fishing, Hiking Nature Trails, Horseshoes, Ice, Kayaking, Open Year-round, Primitive Camping, Restaurant Nearby, Restrooms, Riverfront, RVs Permitted, Showers, Tables, Tenters Welcome, Tubing, Volleyball Court, Water Access

Elevation: 1,440, On Watauga River, Parking Available, Pets Allowed on Leash, Total Sites: 30

Payment Types Accepted
Traveler's Checks

River Ridge Campground & Fishing Area

Watauga, TN

Located along Watauga River's trophy trout section. 30 sites, tables, firepits and modern bathhouse. Open year-'round. 

Directions: Exit 32 from I-181 in Johnson City. Follow Hwy. 91 north to intersection of East Main & Broadway. Continue on Hwy. 91 north 2.1 miles. Turn left beside gas station onto Smalling Rd. Go 2 1/2 miles, cross river bridge. Campground on left.