The Great North American Eclipse – Monday April 8, 2024
Lake Lemon’s Riddle Point Park will offer a truly unique way to experience the upcoming 2024 total solar eclipse. In our 14 acre park you will have unobstructed views of the sky. Our gorgeous reservoir is 1,650 acres and has 24 miles of shoreline. Our park will be your playground!
We are located in the very center of totality and will experience a full four minutes and two seconds of totality. The last time this area saw a total solar eclipse was over 800 years ago!
Take a cool dip in the lake from our beach, cook on one of our brand new charcoal grills, get a game of sand volleyball going, play in our expansive open fields, fish from the shoreline, play horseshoes, take out your boat/jet ski/kayak/paddleboard, have a hike on our wooded trail, take part in our “solar” lake plunge, enjoy our wildlife and plentiful plant life, and so much more.
We are busy booking a fantastic lineup of artists, bands, and entertainment for enjoyment during your stay, with more updates forthcoming. We’ll keep you posted here as details unfold.
Tent and RV camping is a two night package (currently no single day or single evening tickets). You can arrive as early as Sunday morning 4/7/2023 10:00 am EST with checkout on Tuesday morning 4/9/2023 by 3:00 pm EST.
Sunsets at Lake Lemon are gorgeous!
Camping in Riddle Point Park for the eclipse will be epic! Join us in a tent or RV!
What Will We Offer?
Tent Camping ↗
On the shoreline of Riddle Point we will offer primitive tent camping sites of approximately 20 x 20 ft. We have 300 sites available.
RV Camping ↗
Also on Riddle Point we will have 13 large RV sites and 21 small RV sites. These are primitive sites with gorgeous views of the lake.
Music, Food, & More ↗
Stay tuned for details… we will have live music on stage, various food and drink options each day, and activities for young and old.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers here
Are pets allowed?
We love four-legged friends, yes! Just make sure they are on a leash the entire time and not allowed on the beach. Please clean up after your pets as well.
Can I start a campfire at my site?
So long as you are using a contained, portable firepit, yes! Please, no fires on land. Make sure to bring your own wood.
Will there be RV hookups?
All camping will be primitive with no electrical or water hookups. This will be boondock style camping for both tents and RVs. There will be an RV pump out service Tuesday morning before departure (details forthcoming).
Will there be things to do?
Oh, yes! We have 14 acres of property to explore, including: playground, beach, volleyball, large open areas for lawn games, horseshoes, hiking trail, boating, (chilly!) swimming, and more. We will update as we get closer, but we will have live music and activities planned. Also, here is a handy guide with important things to keep in mind.
Are you interested in being a vendor, sharing your live music, &/or leading an activity? HERE is the musician application and HERE is the vendor application.
Will I receive a discount for booking multiple sites?
No, there are no discounts.
How do we check-in on arrival?
There will be a check-in table at the gatehouse entrance of the park. Upon entry you will receive your parking pass and wristbands. Each site reserved is allowed one vehicle. Tent sites include 4 wristbands (no more than 4 per site). RV sites include 4 wristbands and up to 2 additional wristbands can be purchased for no more than 6 people per RV site. No tent camping will be allowed in the RV area.
What is the visitor policy?
Only registered individuals will be allowed to enter the park during the event. Each tent site is allowed up to 4 people and RV sites up to 6 people. Wristbands are required to be worn by all guests at all times.
Can I bring my boat, kayak, &/or PWC?
Yes! You sure can. When you check-in at the gatehouse you can purchase lake craft permits. You can see permit pricing HERE.
Do you have maps?
Of course we do! You can see important visual information HERE.
Can I bring food and drinks?
While we will have food and drinks available for purchase, yes! You may bring in your own food and drink. Alcoholic beverages are fine (please, drink responsibly). Also, no glass bottles.
What about restrooms and showers?
We have a bathhouse with toilets and sinks. We will also have several port-o-lets and extra handwashing stations on site around the park. We do not have showers.
Are refunds available?
There will be no refunds for any reason, including no-shows, late arrivals, or early departures. There are no exceptions to this policy including illness, family emergencies, inclement weather, or anything else. This is an astronomical event that is going to happen regardless of weather or any other circumstances and rescheduling is impossible. If you are concerned, we recommend looking into securing your own travel insurance.
Are RV sites pull-through or back-in?
Large RV sites will be pull-through. Small RV sites are back-in.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
You can check-in as early as Sunday morning (4/7/2023) at 10:00 am EST. You can check-out anytime with the latest check-out being Tuesday afternoon by 3:00 pm EST.
Where do I park?
RV sites can have their vehicle on their site. Tent camping parking will be a short distance away in the beach parking lot.
Do you have ATMs?
No, we do not.
Waiver & release of liability
We need a waiver and release of liability on file for *every* person in our party. Please make sure that every person attending heads over to sign THIS form.
