Top Beaches, Waterfalls & Swimming Spots in Tennessee
Tennessee has 12,397 listed water destinations, including lakes. Browse them by type below, with ratings, photos and directions for each.
🏞️Top Lakes in Tennessee
6 locations
4.8(511)Norris Lake
Scenic reservoir with 809 miles of shoreline for boating, fishing, swimming, hiking & picnic areas.
4.8(298)Watauga Lake
Created in 1948, this reservoir in the Cherokee National Forest offers boating, fishing & more.
4.6(296)Percy Priest Lake
Surrounded by public lands, this vast reservoir has many marinas & is home to several boating clubs.
4.8(234)South Holston Lake
This 7,580-acre reservoir operated by the Tennessee Valley Authority offers fishing & boating.
4.4(120)Boone Lake
Public dam & reservoir featuring a recreational lake for boating, fishing & swimming.
4.8(113)Tims Ford Lake
Water sports, camping, fishing & hiking are the draw at this massive, picturesque lake.
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