Loyston Point Campground
Located on the shores of Norris Reservoir, Lake Norris has been designated as the cleanest lake in the Tennessee Valley Authority, operated by Vista Recreation. The campground is named for Loyston Point at Point 19 on the Reservoir. Come visit the beautiful Loyston Point Campground and Day Use Area on Lake Norris in the foothills of the Appalachian Chain. Loyston Point offers a comfortable place to park your RV or pitch a tent. Most campsites have a lake view, with many sites on the waterfront, plus there are many trees and grassy areas. There are a total of 64 campsites; of these, 59 have electric hookups. We offer restrooms with heated showers and flush toilets. A fill and dump station is also provided. Loyston Point now offers furnished cabins for rent which offer a beautiful view of Norris Lake and the surrounding forest setting. Community water stations are close by.
Features
- Bird Watching
- Fishing
- Pet Friendly
- Store
- Wildlife Watching
Facilities
Campground (64 total sites)
Reserve Campground NowThe campground is named for Loyston Point located at point 19 on the reservoir. This recreational area offers campsites with electrical hookups, a swimming beach on Norris Reservoir that meets ADA guidelines, and the Hemlock Bluff National Recreation Trail that follows along the steep ridges and bluffs of Norris Reservoir. The campground features 64 campsites; of these, 59 have electric hookups. Most campsites have a lake view, with many sites on the waterfront, plus there are many trees and grassy areas. Each campsite provides a picnic table and fire ring/grill combo. We are pet friendly (must be picked up after and leashed at all times). Pets are not allowed on the beach, in restrooms, or in the store.
Please view further details regarding policies and rates upon selecting "Reserve Campground Now". All sites require a 2-night minimum stay. Please call the campground directly to request an exception if you wish to stay for just 1 night.
Cabins (3 total sites)
Reserve Cabins NowVisitors must register at the office or store. There are a total of 3 cabins, which accommodate up to 5 people, and include the following:
- One bedroom cabins with a set of bunk beds, queen bed, and trundle single bed underneath.
- Kitchenette which includes a small refrigerator and microwave.
- Space includes a T.V.
- Air conditioning and heating.
- Beautiful views of Norris Lake and surrounding forest setting.
Please Note:
- You will need to supply your own bedding and towels.
- Cabins do not have bathrooms, but campground restroom facilities and bath houses are a short distance away.
- Cabins are not ADA accessible.
- Trailers are not allowed on the cabin access road due to limited space and no turnaround.
Guidelines: You must be 21 years or older to rent a cabin. Maximum of two vehicles per cabin. Cabin #3 is pet friendly. Cabin #1 and #2 do not allow pets. Please view further details regarding policies and rates upon selecting "Reserve Cabins Now" or in the "Need to Know" tab on this page. 2-night minimum stay.
Day Use
The Day Use opens for the season before Memorial Day and closes shortly after Labor Day. Please call the office for hours as it will vary by season. The Day Use Area is free to registered campers only and open to non-campers for a fee of $10 per car, per day.
Kayaks, paddle boards, canoes, and paddle boats are available for rent. Please inquire at the store/office.
Picnic tables, grills, and a swing set for children are set up in shady areas near the sandy beach. A restroom building is also on site.
PLEASE NOTE: there are no boats or jet skis allowed in the beach area.
Marina / Boat Rentals
Come out and enjoy the beauty of the lake and fishing opportunities that await at Lake Norris! Consider finding a boat rental (links below) at nearby Marinas to enjoy more time on the lake!
https://stardustmarina.com/boat-rentals
https://sequoyahmarina.com
Bird Watching 
Fishing 
Pet Friendly 
Store 
Wildlife Watching 
Cabin Rules:
Vista Recreation, in a partnership agreement with TVA, provides these facilities for your convenience and enjoyment. The successful operation of this area depends on your cooperation and compliance of the following:
• You must be 21 years old or older to reserve a cabin.
• Visitors must register at the office/store.
• Cabins are designated as single units. A maximum of 5 people are allowed per cabin.
• Each cabin may have up to 2 vehicles.
• Check-in time is 3:00 PM; Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
• Visitors are permitted between the hours of 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM.
• Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
• Campers who are disruptive, intoxicated, or behaving in an obscene or profane manner will be reported to the TVA Police, asked to vacate the premises without reimbursement, and will be subject to a ban from a facility operated by Vista Recreation in a partnership agreement with the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA).
• Campfires must be contained in metal fire rings. All firewood must be pre-cut and not include construction debris or pallets. No out-of-county firewood is allowed to be brought into the campground. Do not cut, damage, or drive nails into trees. Please do not burn trash in fire rings. Camp fire rings may not be moved.
• Observe posted speed limit signs throughout the campground.
• Alcoholic beverages and fireworks are not permitted on TVA property.
Cabin #3 is pet friendly. Cabin #1 and #2 do not allow pets. Thank you.
Campground rules:
Vista Recreation, in a partnership agreement with TVA, provide these facilities for your convenience and enjoyment. The successful operation of this area depends on your cooperation and compliance of the following:
• Sites in the campground are able to be reserved, and some are on a long-term basis. Please ensure sites are not reserved before occupying a site.
• Unattended camping vehicles and equipment cannot be left at a site unless fees are paid. Rented campsites must have a camping unit present to show the site is taken.
• ADA accessible sites are reserved for persons with a state-issued ADA license plate or mirror tag. The person who has been issued the tag must be occupying the site and may only rent 1 campsite per visit.
• You must be 18 years old or older to reserve a campsite.
• Camping is permitted at designated (numbered) sites only. A maximum of 8 people are allowed per campsite. Designated non-profit groups, such as scout troops or church groups, will be allowed some exemptions.
• All vehicles, including visitors, must display a parking pass in order to park in the campground. A maximum of 2 vehicles are allowed per campsite (if space permits). Vehicles are considered to be any of the following: boat trailers, wheeled camping units, automobiles, or motorcycles.
• Visitors are permitted between the hours of 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM and must register at the office/store.
• No washing of campers, vehicles, or boats is allowed in the campground.
• Motorized scooters are only allowed for those individuals with mobility impairment. Bicycles, skateboards, or scooter riding is prohibited from dusk to dawn. Safety helmets should be worn.
• The maximum camping stay is 21 consecutive days unless renting a long-term site. The camper and camping unit must leave the campground for a minimum of 7 days before returning. Other TVA Campgrounds are available for stay during this time (exception: Douglas Headwater and Douglas Tailwater are considered one campground for this interchange).
• Check-in time is 3:00 PM; Check-out time is 1:00 PM.
• Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Please turn off any music, generators, or disruptive lighting by 10:00 PM.
• Campers who are disruptive, intoxicated, or behaving in an obscene or profane manner will be reported to the TVA Police, asked to vacate the premises without reimbursement, and will be subject to a ban from a facility operated by Vista Recreation in a partnership agreement with the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA).
• Place all trash in dumpsters except fish debris. Please contact the campground hosts on duty for pick up and disposal of fish debris.
• Campfires must be contained in metal fire rings. All firewood must be pre-cut and not include construction debris or pallets. No out-of-county firewood is allowed to be brought into the campground. Do not cut, damage, or drive nails into trees. Please do not burn trash in fire rings. Camp fire rings may not be moved.
• Observe posted speed limit signs throughout the campground.
• All appliances must be kept inside the camping unit (no freezers or refrigerators are to be outside).
• Satellite dishes, power cords, and pet crates must remain within the impact zone of the campsite.
• Dumping waste or gray water onto the ground is prohibited.
• Alcoholic beverages and fireworks are not permitted on TVA property. Firearms are prohibited in recreation areas except in hunting season excursions, and are permissible only if they are unloaded and properly cased. State and federal laws apply.
• Pets: Only 2 pets are allowed per campsite; pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet or crated at all times. Please see further rules listed under "Pets" upon clicking "Reserve Now" and viewing "Terms of Service".
Campground rules are provided to campers upon check-in.
EV Charging Policy
Protecting our environment is and always has been a priority for Vista Recreation, and we are researching the addition of EV charging stations in our campgrounds; however, there are currently no EV charging capabilities at our facilities.
While many of our campgrounds have electrical pedestals to power RVs, these pedestals function differently than EV charging stations. RV electrical pedestals are designed for non-continuous loads, not the constant electricity flow required to charge EV batteries. It is essential to know that plugging your EV into a 30-50 amp electric pedestal designed for RV usage can permanently damage your vehicle, as well as the campground's electrical system. Even if your vehicle came from the manufacturer with a charging converter, it does not change the way electricity flows through the electrical infrastructure.
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