Open dawn to dark, except when scheduled for events.
Riverwalk Park
Riverwalk Park is a 5.6 acre community park space that is being developed. It is located adjacent to the Kingsport Greenbelt.
Park Amenities:
- The Kingsport Greenbelt is accessible from this park.
- A bike rack
- A bike repair station
- A variety of outdoor fitness equipment
- A 30′ x 30′ picnic shelter with tables (may be rented online)
- Power access
- Trash receptacles
- A water refill station
- Natural water features
- Pet-Friendly
New park amenities as a part of BlueCross Healthy Place grant received in 2024 are anticipated to open in Spring/Summer 2026, including pickleball courts, a basketball shooting wall, a splash pad, a playground, and more. Click here for a concept video!
Park Information:
Riverwalk Park, located along the Holston River, is connected to the Kingsport Greenbelt trail system. It is the current location of the Industry Drive Trailhead.
The BlueCross Foundation is providing $6.5 million for the project and an additional $1.3 million for a maintenance fund.
“Today is a really special day. It’s a milestone for Kingsport and a milestone for Blue Cross,” said Chelsea Johnson, director of the Blue Cross Foundation. “Our foundation is investing about $7.8 million in this community to bring an amazing community park here.”
Jonson said the park will have a pickleball court, a splash pad and a fitness area among other things.
“There’s gonna be water access to the river, which is unique, it’s the first time we’ve had a park like that,” Johnson said.
Kingsport Mayor Paul Montgomery thanked Johnson and the Blue Cross Blue Shield team for helping make the project happen. Other local officials who attended the groundbreaking included Kingsport City Manager Chris McCartt; Vice Mayor Darrell Duncan; and Kingsport Aldermen Morris Baker, James Phillips and Colette George.
Johnson said the improvements at the park should be completed by spring of 2026.
{R. McNerney, Kingsport Times News)
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Riverwalk Park FAQ's
Which parks have picnic shelters that may be reserved?
The following parks have picnic shelters that may be reserved: Borden Park, Riverview Park, Greenbelt, Miracle Field, Boatyard/Riverfront Park, Preston Forest Park, Riverwalk Park, Rotary Park, and Rotherwood Park. The Gazebo at Glen Bruce Park may also be rented. Some shelters are fee based and others are a first come/first serve basis. Please call 423-229-9457 for more information.
