FAQ’s
Q: Can I bring my pet? We do allow pets but they must be on a leash. They can not be running around freely. The landowner has some that will be allowed to roam freely but don’t think that you can because you see other dogs running around – they live there. Please, please, please clean up after your dog or use appropriate areas as no one wants to meet your dog later.
Q: Can I camp Thursday with a weekend admission? Yes you’re allowed to camp any night Thursday through Sunday with weekend admission.
Q: Will there be alcohol served? Boogie Bottoms is located in Blount County and there are no alcohol sales within the county lines.
Q: Can I bring my own refreshments? Refreshments are allowed. NO GLASS BOTTLES! You will be asked to forfeit your refreshments if in a glass bottle. Please bring cups for your refreshments.
Q: If I come for the day, where do I park? We will have a lot for day parking, please ask the volunteer at the gate for more instructions. The lot is also marked on the map that can be found here.
Q: Can I leave the festival and return? With a weekend pass, you will be allowed to leave the festival and return as long as you keep your armband on your arm. Take note, there will be law enforcement at that road making sure people that leave didn’t use too many of the refreshments listed above.
Q: Can I go to the kayak competitions as a spectator? Unfortunately due to land access issues, no spectators are allowed on the banks of the rivers where the kayak competitions take place. This year we have taken on a hold new mission that will hopefully take care of these types of land issues in the future. Please check out our mission and join us in the cause!
Q: Can I bring my RV? We have some RV space but space is limited, so it will be on a first come first serve basis.
Q: Will I have to complete a liability wavier? We do require all participants and attendants of the festival to complete a liablity wavier before entereing the festival. The form can be completed online but we must have the signed original copy before entry will be granted. So please complete this form and have ready when approaching the gate to expedite the entry process.
Q: Do we have to paddle the lake if we paddle in to Short Creek? Yes, the paddle is required at this time. Due to land access issues, this is our only way in or out, which brings us full circle again to our new mission! Check it out!
Q: Will there be food available at the festival? Yes. There will be a full service concession stand operated by Boogie Bottoms open for breakfast, lunch & dinner. It is reasonably priced and very convenient!

