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Cove Lake State Park is a Tennessee state park in Caryville, Campbell County, in our Knoxville Area region. Entry to every Tennessee state park is free, per the state parks FAQ. The park page lists biking, birding, camping and fishing. Overnight options on its page: camping. Read from the official page on October 30, 2026.
- EntryFreeper the state parks FAQ
- Activities6listed on its page
- Stay OvernightCampingon the park page
- DogsOn a leashstatewide policy, see below
No closure or alert notice was printed on the park page when we read it. Check the official page the day you go.
What to Do at Cove Lake State Park
The park page lists these activities: biking, birding, camping, fishing, hiking and paddling. The page shows a short list with a Show More button, so the park may offer more.
Amenities on the park page: adult-sized changing table, all-terrain wheelchair, bike trails, birding, boat access, boat ramp, boat rentals, campground, canoe access, ev charging, fishing, gift shop, meeting rooms, paddle rentals, playground, swimming, trails, visitor center and wheelchair-friendly paved trails.
Plan It in Three Lines
Getting In
Entry is free; camping, cabins, reservations and some programs cost extra.
Free to enterBring the Dog?
Leashed dogs are allowed in most of the park; not in lodges, cabins or swim areas.
Rules belowMake It a Trip
Norris Dam State Park is about 7 miles away (straight line).
6 places within 25 miles
Coming Up Near Cove Lake State Park
None of the events on our checked calendar name Cove Lake State Park right now. The official site lists everything that is on. See every Tennessee event we have checked.
Also see Knoxville Area Events.
Fees
Tennessee state parks do not charge an entry fee: the state parks FAQ says all state parks are free to enter. Camping, cabins, shelters, tours and some programs are booked and paid for separately.
Planning several parks? Our State Parks Passport guide lists every park side by side.
Dogs and Strollers
- Dogs: Tennessee State Parks allow dogs and cats on a leash or otherwise restrained. They are not allowed in lodges and cabins (except designated pet rooms), public eating places, food stores or designated swimming beaches and pools. A park may post trails closed to pets. This is the statewide policy. This park page does not state a different rule.
- Strollers: Not published. The park page does not say whether strollers are allowed; call the park (423-494-0806) before you go.
Accessibility, as The Park Prints It
All Accessibility Plan Accessible Trips Accessible Paddling Adult-Sized Changing Tables
Directions and Contact
- Address110 Cove Lake Lane, Caryville, TN 37714
- Park phone423-494-0806
- Reservations phone1-888-867-2757 (state parks reservations line, printed on the park page)
- Map point36.30454,-84.21500. Latitude and longitude printed on the park’s own page. Directions in Google Maps
- Official pagetnstateparks.com/parks/cove-lake
Places Near Cove Lake State Park
- 1Norris Dam State ParkState Parkabout 7 mi
- 2Museum of AppalachiaAttractionabout 12 mi
- 3Big Ridge State ParkState Parkabout 17 mi
- 4Frozen Head State ParkState Parkabout 19 mi
- 5Indian Mountain State ParkState Parkabout 20 mi
- 6American Museum of Science and Energy (AMSE)Attractionabout 20 mi
Straight-line distances between map points, not driving miles. Dots sit in their true compass direction; distance is stretched near the middle so close neighbors stay readable.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to visit Cove Lake State Park?
Entering is free: the Tennessee State Parks FAQ says there is no access fee at any state park. Camping, cabins, shelters, tours and reservations cost extra where the park offers them.
Are dogs allowed at Cove Lake State Park?
Dogs on a leash are allowed under the statewide policy, except in lodges and cabins (outside designated pet rooms), eating places, food stores and swim areas. The park may post trails closed to pets.
What time does Cove Lake State Park close?
The text of the park page does not print day-use hours, so we cannot state them (a linked FAQ PDF may; check it). Call the park (423-494-0806) or check the official page.
Can I camp at Cove Lake State Park?
The park page lists camping. Reserve on the official page or by phone at 1-888-867-2757.
Are strollers allowed at Cove Lake State Park?
Not published. The park page does not mention strollers, so call before you go.
What We Could Not Verify
- Day-use hours are not printed in the text of the park page. Some parks link a FAQ PDF that may list them; check those PDFs.
- Stroller rules are not stated on the park page.
- Closures and alerts change at short notice; the notice above is a snapshot.
Sources
- Cove Lake State Park on Tennessee State Parks (read 2026-10-30)
- Tennessee State Parks FAQ: entry is free (read 2026-10-30)
- Tennessee State Parks policies: pets (read 2026-10-30)
Last checked October 30, 2026 by the It’s Tennessee editor. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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