Piney Point Resort

Piney Point Resort offers a convenient public boat launch on Watts Bar Lake near Spring City, Tennessee. This facility provides access to the scenic waters of the Piney River arm of the lake and includes amenities such as free parking and boat storage options. The resort also offers cabin rentals and boat rentals for those looking to explore the area.

The Piney River is a medium-sized waterway (Stream Order 5) with a moderate average flow of approximately 121 cubic feet per second and average paddling speed of 2 feet per second. The river features a notable gradient of 153.5 feet per mile in its upper reaches, making it suitable for various skill levels depending on which section you access from this lake location. Paddlers and boaters launching here will find themselves on the impounded Watts Bar Lake portion, which offers calmer conditions than the free-flowing river upstream. This access point is ideal for recreational boating, fishing, and leisurely paddling on the lake's protected waters.