Here at River Cove Campground, we love providing ways for guests to have a great time while staying with us. For instance, we offer plenty of great amenities at our Smoky Mountain campground that make it easy to have a blast with us! But, did you know that we also have pickleball courts here at River Cove Campground? It’s true! If you’re interested in learning more about pickleball at our Smoky Mountain, simply read on:
What is pickleball?
Pickleball is a paddle-based sport that is played on a court, similar to tennis, but with some key differences. The paddles are smaller and do not have the mesh found on a tennis racket, while the ball is a wiffle ball instead of a tennis ball. Over the past several years, pickleball has become an increasingly popular way to get some exercise while also competing with friends, especially because it is generally considered low-impact compared to other sports, like tennis. Pickleball is a great way to get active and is a fun option here at our Smoky Mountain campground. Pickleball can either be played as a 1 vs. 1 game (singles) or 2 vs. 2 (doubles). Doubles is generally the most common way to play.
How is a pickleball court different from a tennis court?
Pickleball courts are smaller than tennis courts, and the lines are drawn in different places. The smaller size of the pickleball court is part of why the game is generally easier to pick up than tennis!
How is pickleball played?
Only the serving team can score points in a round, and this is achieved when that team hits the ball into the opposing side of the court, and the other team fails to return it. This can happen on the serve, or at any point afterwards. One team continues serving until they lose a rally, at which point the serve passes to the other side. Each time the ball is hit from one side to the other, it must be allowed to bounce at least once before being hit again. Games usually go to 11 points, and the winning team must win by 2. There are a few more rules, but this covers the basics of pickleball! You can check out USA Pickleball’s guide to the game for more information right here.
Where are our pickleball courts located?
Our pickleball courts are located next to our office, near the basketball court and dog park.
Why do guests love playing pickleball at our campground?
Aside from the fact that pickleball is a great way to get active and enjoy some friendly competition with your group while camping in the Smoky Mountains, guests especially love playing here at River Cove Campground while surrounded by the gorgeous sights of the Smoky Mountains. Plus, it adds even more variety to the selection of fun camping activities you can enjoy when you come to stay with us.
Is pickleball open to all guests?
Absolutely! Anyone who is staying with us here at River Cove Campground is welcome to make use of our pickleball courts.
What other activities are available at the campground?
In addition to pickleball, we offer plenty of other games and activities here at River Cove Campground. For instance, you can challenge family or friends to a game of cornhole, or head over to the volleyball net to get a match going! We also have a pool table on the deck by our camp store, which is another way to enjoy some friendly competition.
We hope that this information about pickleball at our Smoky Mountain campground has been helpful to you as you plan your stay here in the area! If you want to find out even more about some of the best ways to have a great time while camping in the Smoky Mountains, you can check out some of the top camping activities for families right here.
