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Photo: Walking Trail - Cove Lake State Park, Tennessee - July 7, 2014 by Lee Ann Ratledge (CC BY 4.0) License

Cove Lake State Park

State park · Caryville, Tennessee

Great conditions todaycamping-nearbyBarbecue grillBasketball courtPicnic tables

Hiking trails & campgrounds in a 717-acre park comprising forests, wetlands & diverse wildlife.

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Weather at Cove Lake State Park

H: 90° L: 71°
Light drizzle
Light drizzle
84°
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Feels like 87°
Precipitation
76%
Humidity
56%
Wind
3 mph
UV Index
6
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🧴High UV - use sunscreen🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Overcast
76°
3 AM
Partly Cloudy
75°
6 AM
Overcast
71°
9 AM
Light drizzle
72°
12 PM
Light drizzle
82°
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
90°
6 PM
Light drizzle
84°
9 PM
Patchy light rain
76°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Cove Lake State Park?
Cove Lake State Park is a state park in Caryville, Tennessee.
Can you swim at Cove Lake State Park?
There is no fixed answer for Cove Lake State Park: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Cove Lake State Park in Caryville, Tennessee. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
How is Cove Lake State Park rated?
Cove Lake State Park in Caryville, Tennessee has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 2670 reviews.
What amenities does Cove Lake State Park have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Cove Lake State Park include camping-nearby.

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  • Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
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Location & Contact

110 Cove Lake Ln, Caryville, TN 37714

Caryville, Tennessee 37714

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Highlights

Picnics

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

Camping nearby🍖 Barbecue grill🏪 Baseball field🏀 Basketball court🏪 Has a tennis court🧺 Picnic tables🚻 Public restroom🏪 Slides🏪 Swings🏐 Volleyball court

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids👶 Good for kids birthday👶 Playground