BY FAR the BEST campground I have ever stayed at - in 40+ years of camping! Margie, Jazz, Lisa,…read moreJim and all the other AMAZING folks that work there (sorry I forgot other names) MADE this an even better campground than it already is. First off - let me say, the campground is PRISTINE! Everything is spotless and the speed in which they prepare a campsite for the next visitors speaks even more to their professionalism and dedication to ensuring everyone has a phenomenal stay! This was my 'maiden voyage' in a new pull behind camper, and the kind folks at Yarberry went SO FAR above and beyond!!! They were consistently riding about the campground looking to help anyone in need - including this (not so) damsel in distress. :-). I have already booked my next stay and look forward to staying with them again and again and again!!!!! Again - BEST CAMPGROUND & MANAGEMENT TEAM EVER!!!!!!

It's our GO TO spot to get away and still be close to home if needed. We also love kayaking from…read morethis dock as well. The waterways are the best! The bird watching is the best here! The staff make sure your site is CLEAN which make it easier to park our 26' TT and truck. When we have a big trip planned we call our few days here our (former NAVY here) 'SHAKE DOWN CRIUSE '

very clean and friendly. views are amazing. you need to book a week here, you won't be dissapointed.read more

Beautiful campsite right on the water. Full hookups and WiFi. New concrete pads were added and…read morefireplaces.

Beautiful private camping area. Love being on The Little River. Minutes from Knoxville, but a world…read moreaway!

Great place that you must explore. On the water, eagles, and trout. Well kept and maintainedread more

The facilities were very nice and the location is beautiful. Each meal served in the dining hall…read morewas very good and there was plenty of food as well as a dessert. The rooms get a little warm at night but they each have a ceiling fan which helps.

Though you don't have to a Christian group to utilize this retreat center, there is no mistake that…read moreChrist is the focus of Eagle Rock Retreat! The drive up to Eagle Rock isn't bad until the last 2.5 miles which is steep and full of switchbacks. Luckily the traffic tends to be light so you shouldn't meet too many other vehicles along the way. Eagle Rock isn't even at the "top"...the Top of the World is (but that's another check in). The retreat itself is rather small, property wise. There is a lodge, a barn, a small camp store, a bunk house, and the lodge. The greatest part if this site is the view. It's stunning! I had the opportunity to go into the lodge which is gorgeous, clean, and inviting. Grab a seat and if your are blessed, your room will be in this building instead of in the bunk house which is more open and more like a hostel. The front porch had rockers to enjoy but sit on the ones on the back porch! This is where the views are breathtaking. The devotional amphitheater is also remarkable. Honestly I hope to get a chance to stay here one day instead of stopping in as a guest speaker at someone else's retreat.

It's now called Smitty's lodge and motorcycle campground. We are on our way to the back of the…read moredragon as it was getting late and came across this place. It is one of the best kept secrets before you get on the chair a whole a skyway. The prices for the cabins are super reasonable, Smitty is a great host, everything that you purchase is based on the honor system, and the atmosphere here is great. There's places for hammock camping, tent camping, RV hookups, and cabins with air conditioning. There's even a spot to work on your bike, motorcycle jack, tire changing station, Laundry facility, there's ice there's beer fridge, and so much more here that you would not expect. I definitely recommend stopping and not passing this hidden gem up.

Place was awesome! Rented one of the cabins and it was perfect for what we needed; very comfortable…read morebeds and extremely clean! Owners are wonderful people and they keep the facilities well stocked and maintained! Will be back!

Lester and his family are so amazing and accommodating. They made our camping trip the absolute…read morebest. Everyone at Bayside is so friendly and it's just a remarkable community. I will recommend this to all my friends and family interested in a unforgettable weekend. Without a doubt, we will return.

Place isn't maintained correctly. Owners not interested in making necessary repairs or they jerry…read morerig the repairs and never completely fix the issue. Website on Facebook says beautiful lake views, but all you see is docks and buildings from 95% of the sites, however they will charge you premium prices for the ugly views. They also say full hookups for electric water and sewer, but half the sites don't have sewer hookups. Owner offers to pump out the sewer maunally, but only when its convenient for him, not when you need it. Owners read the electric meters but do not offer a bill for your usage, and can't remember the reads when asked for verification. These owners don't xare about the enjoyment of the renters only the money put into their pockets. There are much better camping places on Watts Bar lake that offer lower prices and a real family experience.

First time at being a paying customer. Area is nice and clean for the exception of a lot of poison…read moreivy between camp sites. One thing that was not liked which I'm sure is typical of most campgrounds, year long rented sites. This makes it difficult for others to rent and most only show up several times a year. Beach area was nice but beware of two underwater hazards. Two large tree stumps are located in the deep end which cut up our feet. Another item that was in my thoughts very, very dangerous. The outdoor shower not only shocked another camper and their family but also us. It was a pretty good bite which left my arm numb for awhile. The people in the office wss notified but they acted like it was no big deal. Public bathrooms stayed nice and clean and a plus is that they were AC cooled!

LOUD! Our family stayed in one of the "C" campsites. The site was large, so there was plenty of…read moreroom for a couple of tents and to spread out. There were even some nice trees to hang the hammock. But all that being said, our site was extremely loud. So much so that we won't be considering another stay at this campground. I may be spoiled though. Maybe this is the way folks camp in the Smokies. Where I come from, and you're not going to like this, California, respecting other people's boundaries and solitude is the norm. I know, I know, ....California is full of hippies and bleeding heart liberals. Who cares what they say or want. I'm with you on this. But I assure you that I'm not one of those. I just want to have a peaceful outing with the kids. Unfortunately that wasn't to be. Not on this trip anyway. Let's see, at 1a.m. a group rolls in, and proceeds to act like it's one in the afternoon. That, along with a womans restroom door that kept slamming, didn't allow for much sleep. I know that you can't choose your neighbors, but the stream of ladies allowing that door to slam again and again, well, it's just unforgivable. I mean it could be heard throughout the whole campground!! But obviously no thought was given to suppress the door from slamming shut! I guess their need to pee took more precedence. The sites aren't overly close together, but there is definitely line of sight with your neighbors. If you're lucky, the sight you see in the site next to you will be as good a sight as it was to me. Let's just say that the view took the edge off the loss of sleep. If that darn slamming door would have let up the view could have been reflected in my dreams. No such luck. I guess I'll have to wait until I get home. I hope the dream isn't the reoccurring one about me at school in my underwear. Quick Tip: However loud that it was, the campground is beautiful. Bring along the bug spray. The bugs don't care how loud it is, and they don't discriminate. Those suckers will bite cute ladies just as well as sleepy guys.

To be clear up front, this is about the drive through the Campground and not a stay onsite. I was…read morewith family a nearby campground and we were told about the driving path through Cades Cove. We had already observed bison (numerous) and a bear en route and were excited to learn we could see more of the same and other woodland creatures on this path. It was literally like getting in the school pickup line upon entering. But why not? A chance to view wildlife, for free, from the safety and comfort of your vehicle. Sometimes creatures were off in the distance (note: bring binoculars for such an occasion). Some were right beside the road (also something to consider if you have your windows down). But all of it was majestic. The scenery, the sun setting, the animals moving leisurely and without fear. It was as if they knew we were only passing through. My only regret is 1) we didn't come earlier in our stay (we went the last day we were in the area) and 2) that I don't own a professional camera. Numerous opportunities for beautiful photos. Don't make my mistake and go as often as you can.