Fishing and Boating

Norris Lake

800-524-3602

Recreation awaits you at Norris Lake, 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, restaurants, cabins, motels, houseboats and campgrounds. 

Click here for information about Marinas and Campgrounds

Clinch River

800-524-3602

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.  Click here for a release schedule.

The following are links to information about fishing guides on Norris Lake and the Clinch River :

Flatline Guide Service

Clinch River Anglers

Clinch River Outfitters

CR Outfitters

The Creel

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Nature Trails-Hiking, Biking, Horseback Riding and much more.....

Norris Dam State Park

125 Village Green Circle, Lake City, (865) 426-7461

Situated in the ridge and valley region of East Tennessee, the park occupies more than 4,000 acres on the shores of Norris Lake and surrounds Norris Dam. Caves, scenic valleys, sparkling streams and a virgin forest are among the natural wonders of the Park. The Park has cabins, a visitor center, campgrounds, meeting rooms, a recreation center including a pool, playgrounds, a marina, and the Lenoir Museum Historical Complex. 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.

Norris Watershed Hiking and Riding Trails
800-524-3602
Hike or horseback the many miles of woodland trails that meander through the watershed and the adjacent Norris Dam State Park. Experience spectacular views of Norris Lake and its surrounding hills and valleys. Contact the Anderson County Tourism Council at 800-524-3602 for a map.

Haw Ridge Park
Edgemore Road - Oak Ridge, TN 37830 - Contact Parks & Recreation Dept. 865- 425-3450
A great recreation site that is perfect for hiking or mountain biking. This are also serves as the home to the Life Development Center.

Melton Lake Greenway
Melton Lake Drive - Contact Recreation & Parks Dept. - 865- 425-3450
Peaceful 1.26 mile waterfront trail along Melton Hill Lake. Great for bicycling, walking, running and skating.

North Ridge Trail
West Outer Drive - Oak Ridge, TN 37830 - Contact Recreation & Parks Dept., 865- 425-3450
A national recreation trail, North Ridge offers 7.5 miles of light hiking through greenbelt land on the Northern Boundary of Oak Ridge.

Oak Ridge Greenways
Contact Recreation & Parks Department 865-425-3450
Visitors will enjoy the scenic beauty of our five additional greenways: North Boundary, Gallaher Bend, Emory Valley, Cedar Hill and Pine Grove. Greenways are easy to moderate.

Savage Gardens
318 Savage Garden Road - Lake City, TN 37769 - 865-426-6495
Visit this 30 acre garden of many rare and sensitive wildflowers such as the wild geranium, shooting star, wild ginger, and jack in the pulpit. There are also many towering limestone rock formations to explore. Some of the rocks take the forms of animals which adds to the uniqueness of Savage Gardens. Hours: Monday thru Sunday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. during Knoxville's Dogwood Festival (March, April and May)

University of Tennessee Arboretum
901 South Illinois Ave., - Oak Ridge, TN 37830 - 865- 483-3571
The arboretum offers more than 250 acres featuring 800 species of trees, shrubs and flowering plants threaded by four nature trails. For a Trail Map, please Click Here.

One Life Outfitters
5516 Hickory Valley Road - Heiskell, TN 37754 - 865-494-8016
If you want to learn to rappel, One Life Outfitters can show you how on their 35ft wall. They also offer other adventures including camping, hiking and kayaking. Contact for a class schedule. Group rates available.

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Four Wheeling Adventures

Windrock ATV Trails
P. O. Box 391 - Oliver Springs, TN 37840 - 865-435-0486
Coal Creek Mining and Manufacturing Company (CCMMC) has opened its 72,000 acres on Windrock Mountain for multi-use activities which is managed by the Windrock ATV Club. They have over 250 miles of trails for the enjoyment of ATVs, Motor Cycles, Jeeps, 4x4s, Rail-buggies, Mountain Bikes, Equestrians and Hikers. The main entrance to CCMMC's Land is from the town of Oliver Springs. The Windrock ATV Club promotes safe riding, and works to ensure the trails stay clean and open. The club is very family oriented with members ranging in age from 12 to 91 that participate in rides.

If you would like to visit Windrock but do not have your own ATV or Dirt Bike, you can rent one from EagleRider Motorcycle Rentals at 9918 Kingston Pike - Knoxville, TN 37922 - 866-805-RIDE

Guides are available by contacting the Windrock ATV Club at 865-435-0486 or visiting www.windrockatv.com

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Golfing

Tennessee Centennial Golf Course
101 Centennial Blvd. - Oak Ridge, TN 37830 - 865- 483-2291
Visitors are welcome to enjoy our beautiful publicly-owned golf course designed by Billy Casper. Centennial offers 18 challenging holes. Collared shirt required to play.

South Hills Golf Course
795 Tuskegee Drive - Oak Ridge, TN 37830 - 865- 483-5747
South Hills offers inexpensive play for those visitors who are just learning the game.

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Rowing Adventures

Oak Ridge Rowing Course
Melton Hill is nationally know as one of the best 2,000 meter rowing courses in the U.S. Every March - April, thousands of rowers join us for Spring Training. The Oak Ridge Rowing Association also hosts a number of regatta's including SIRA, Lexus Mid-Central and the Scholastics. Oak Ridge is one of only three cities to host the US Rowing National Championships in the last 15 years.

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Birdwatching Adventures

Birdwatching
Call 865-482-7821 for more information
With its varied landscape and mature, protected ecosystem, Oak Ridge is a bird lovers paradise. More than 200 species reside here throughout the year. The self-guided brochure features five primary locations open to the public year-round. Click here to download brochure.

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Agri-Tourism Adventures

River Ridge Farm
220 Mike Miller Lane - Clinton, TN 37716 - 865-457-6774

Located on the banks of the Clinch River below Norris Dam, River Ridge Farm offers exceptional views of the Clinch River Valley and the Cumberland Mountains.  You can enjoy a variety of experiences, which include fishing, picnics, fall color tours, spring flower tours, draft horse pulled wagon rides all among a farm setting.  River Ridge Farms is a perfect retreat for group meetings and the farm has a wagon that you can rent for weddings or other outings.