Located in Sullivan County, Tennessee, right next to the Patrick Henry Reservoir and the Holston River, Warrior’s Path State Park holds a lot of historical significance, as it’s name is influenced by the Great Cherokee War. There was a Trading Path located here around the time of the year, which many travelers used, and that is where the park gets its name. Consisting of 950 acres, this park is filled with all sorts of fun activities for visitors of all kinds. You might be amazed at what you will find here, because this isn’t your ordinary state park.
While many come here to go fishing, boating, or hiking, this park welcomes all types of people. Warrior’s Path State Park is the only park that offers what is known as a Boundless Playground. Here, you will find the Lions Narnia Braille Trail, the Anderson Treehouse, and a giant amphitheater, all of which is 100% accessible.
For sports enthusiasts, the park has an nationally recognized golf course, and an internationally renowned mountain biking trail. They also have an award-winning nature program, all of which is completely worth bragging about. When you visit Warrior’s Path State Park in your RV, you will be getting only the best and highest quality experience of fun activities.
There are various ways to get into the park and numerous roads to get you inside. The campgrounds are located on the west side of Fort Patrick Henry Lake though, so if you can help it, it’s best to enter on that side to avoid having to go over the bridge. There is also another bridge that takes you to Duck Island. The park roads are safe though and meant to accommodate RVs and trailers, as they have many RV campers staying here often. Other than having to cross over some bridges if you come from the east or wish to visit Duck Island, there are no driving issues that you should run into inside the park. There is also plenty of parking space, and you will find parking lots located all around, especially at areas such as the golf course, marina, trailheads, picnic areas, and more. If you wish, you can take your bike to help ease traffic and reduce your carbon footprint.
This award-winning park will give your family a complete camping experience like nowhere else. Bristol/Kingsport KOA is a great place for kids and features pony rides, weekly movies with popcorn, arts and crafts activities, live entertainment, dance contests, fun games, and much more fun for kids of all ages. The KOA Cafe features BBQ ribs and pulled pork, handmade pizza, hot wings and mozzarella sticks. Enjoy the pool, and take advantage of the tour shuttle. Bring the pups so they can play in the dog park. All of this is located in one of the prettiest parts of Tennessee!
This campground has a few sites that can accommodate RVs up to 50 feet, and it has just one site that can fit an RV of 60 feet. However, if you wish to stay here, keep in mind that there are no hookups available at all. This campground is also only open from Memorial Day to Labor Day, so plan accordingly.
The Main Campground is the most likely place that you will end up when you come stay at Warrior’s Path State Park. It has the most available campsites, with a total of 94 sites, all of which offer both electric and water hookups. Some sites even offer 50-amp electric hookups. There are also wheelchair accessible sites. Nearby, you will find bathrooms, showers, and two dump stations for you to use. While these sites have more amenities than the ones at the Overflow Campground, they can only accommodate RVs and campers up to 40 feet long. If your rig is longer than that, you will most likely have to stay at the Overflow Campground instead.
Another great off-season activity is birdwatching. During the colder season, many birds migrate here to the south to escape the extreme cold of up north. There are about 120 different species of birds that can be spotted here, and many of them are also native waterfowl. A few birds that are commonly seen include the wood thrush, the hermit thrush, the red-winged blackbird, the wood duck, and the great horned owl. With so much to see make sure you pack your binoculars in your camper or trailer.
Fort Patrick Henry Lake attracts many anglers at all times of the year. Whether you choose to fish from a boat or just settle in with your fishing pole along the side of the lake, you should be able to catch all sorts of fish ranging from different types of bass, to crappie, trout, and even catfish. Being located in the south, you probably won’t have to worry about the lake freezing over - just be sure to put on a warm jacket before heading out of the rig.
Well-known for its excellency, Warrior’s Path Golf Course features 18 holes of golf within the Appalachian Mountains and offers stunning views of Fort Patrick Henry Lake. This golf course has been providing golfers with great opportunities since it first opened in 1972, thanks to George Cobb, who designed the course, and now you can enjoy it too when you come visit and bring your golf clubs along with you in your camper.
There’s no better way to cool off from the summer heat than to jump into an Olymipc-sized swimming pool - just don’t forget your swimsuit in your campervan. The pool that you will find within the park features a 12-foot diving board as well as a little wading pool for the younger kids. Plus, there is a lifeguard on duty at all times, helping you to ease your worries and relax for a bit while the kids have a blast.
There are three boat ramps located in the park, going into the Patrick Henry Reservoir. Two of the ramps are located at the Marina, and the other, smaller one can be found near the campground. If you didn’t bring your own boat, then you can rent kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards at the Marina. If you get hungry after a fun boating ride, you can grab a snack from the snack bar at the Marina as well.
There are over 12 miles of hiking and biking trails available within the park. The trail that goes around Duck Island is a great one for biking, as it features some nice views of nature and wildlife. All of the trails combined make up what is known as the National Recreation Trail, and it is open to both foot traffic and bikers. Just be sure to wear a helmet to stay safe if you choose to take the bike.
