Bays Mountain Recreation Area

The Eastman Bays Mountain Recreation Area is provided for the use and enjoyment of Eastman employees, retirees and contract employees who are members of the Eastman Recreation and their guests.

Guidelines

Please help us maintain the area by observing the following guidelines:
  • The person who reserves the picnic shelter must be present during the reserved time, and that person is responsible for guests’ actions and ensuring they are aware of these guidelines.
  • Firearms and fireworks are not permitted on Eastman property.
  • Picnic shelters must be reserved in advance. Cancellations should be made ahead of the reservation date.
  • Please check in using the QR code at the registration stand before using the picnic units.
  • Beer and wine are permitted in the picnic area and restricted to your reserved picnic shelter.
  • Fires are permitted only in fireplaces or grills. Be sure to extinguish them before you leave.
  • The park speed limit is 10 miles per hour.
  • All unlicensed motorized vehicles are prohibited. This includes golf carts, scooters (gas or electric), etc.
  • Pets are NOT allowed in the picnic area.
  • Bagged ice is available at Comfort Station 1 for a nominal price. Place money in the box next to the freezer. Please do not take ice from the park.
  • Report any damage, loss or accidents to the caretaker before leaving the premises.
  • Please clean your picnic area and place all garbage in the can provided before leaving. During peak bear season, please take your trash to the dumpster located in the gravel lot near the Lodge.
  • Please use facilities (e.g., grills, tables, etc.) only on the unit you have reserved. Do not move tables and benches from other shelters.
A family with two small children eats dinner at their campsite.

Reservations

Eastman Recreation is excited to offer online reservations for picnic shelters and camping sites. Reservations can be made 24/7, 365 days a year from any computer or mobile device, and you will automatically receive an email confirmation. Click the "Make A Reservation" button to begin. Refer to the instructions and let us know if you have any questions. Click here to see the picnic shelter map. New time frames for the picnic area are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. or 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Registration is required to make an online reservation. If you have not yet registered, call the Eastman recreation office at 423-229-3771 during normal business hours. Only Eastman employees and Eastman Recreation members are eligible.

Out of an abundance of caution, and after consultation with the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA), we are temporarily closing the Bays Mountain Eastman Recreation Area to ensure the safety of all our visitors due to increased bear activity in the area. The picnic area, including shelters, playground and athletic fields/courts, will close effective Monday, July 27. The campground will close effective Monday, August 3. We are working closely with local wildlife officials to monitor the situation and will share an update as soon as the area is ready to safely reopen. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we prioritize the well-being of our team members, their families and guests.