Recreation awaits you where the mountains meet the water. This beautiful lake extends 56 miles up the Powell River and 72 miles up the Clinch River and is surrounded by the majestic mountains of East Tennessee. With 34,000 acres and 800 miles of shoreline, there always seems to be a secluded cove waiting for you. So whether you are fishing, camping, boating, or simply enjoying the picturesque shoreline, you are sure to be satisfied with the Lake and the many marinas, free launch facilities, restaurants, cabins, motels, houseboats and campgrounds. Maps available.

Norris Dam was the first dam built by the Tennessee Valley Authority in 1936 for flood control and to bring efficient electrical power to East Tennessee. Norris Dam is 265 feet high and stretches 1,860 feet across the Clinch River. You can enjoy the views of the mountains and valleys at the overlooks and trails that surround the dam.

Many experienced anglers consider the Clinch tail waters that flows 13 miles from Norris Dam, to be the finest trout fisheries in the Country. The clear, shallow, slow-moving Clinch demands a stealthy approach, delicate presentation, small flies and draf-free drifts. It is very much like fishing a spring creek, but it is over 75 years wide. To consistently catch its wild, wary rainbow and brown trout requires concentration, careful execution and patience. There are many access points to enjoy fishing and boating activities. Guide services and maps available.

Situated in the mountain of East Tennessee, the park occupies more than 4,000 acres on the shores of Norris Lake and surrounds Norris Dam. The park has deluxe and rustic cabins, two camping areas with a combined 75 camp sites with tables, grills, electric and water hookups, modern bathhouses and dump stations. In addition the park has a full service marina, recreation area with a swimming pool, game room with pool tables, air hockey and many more games, tennis courts, a volleyball area, several playgrounds throughout the park, a laundry mat and primitive camping which can be reserved for groups. Caves, scenic valleys, sparkling streams, wildflower trails and a virgin forest with hiking trails are among the natural wonders of the Park. A park naturalist is on duty throughout the summer months to conduct a variety of planned programs and activities including guided tours, slide shows, and nature and history programs. Handicapped cabins and camp sites available.www.norrisdamstatepark.org

Located on Norris Lake at Pellissippi Point, Anderson County Park is a haven for families, boaters, fishermen, campers, and nature walker with it 196 acres of camp sites, swimming area, playgrounds, walking and hiking trails, and much more. Camp sites have electric, water and grills in addition to a restroom area with showers. ADA approved.

http://www.sequoyahmarina.net/ Spend your vacation on a luxurious 75, 72 or 68 foot houseboat at Sequoyah Marina with all the amenities of a full service marina and a newly constructed restaurant and dock store. You can also rent waverunners, pontoon boats and runabouts or bring your boat to leave at Sequoyah Marina year round at their covered and uncovered slips. Start your weekend at Sequoyah Marina at their Friday "Wing Night" and be sure not to miss their Fire on the Water Celebration during the July 4th weekend. Dates vary so be sure to contact the marina for date and time.