Norris Lake, TN
AKA: Norris Reservoir
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About Norris Lake
The tranquility of Norris Reservoir awaits your visit for a day on the water. Norris Lake is a sprawling, 34,000-acre lake in the northeast part of the state, with a wide variety of fish species. With over 800 miles of shoreline, there is plenty of places to enjoy the great outdoors. Camping is popular and there are convenient boat launch facilities.
Amenities
Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES
Today's Weather & Forecast
Boat Rentals
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Marinas
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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings
Anderson County Park Boat Access
Located in Anderson County Park, mid lake on the south side, this is a four-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.
Big Creek Ramp
Located in the northwest corner of the lake, this is a three-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and plenty of parking.
Blue Mud Boat Ramp
This is a two-lane, concrete ramp with limited gravel parking. It is located in Big Ridge State Park, in the southeast sector of the lake, off Highway 61.
Judge Willard J. Brogan's TVA Boat Ramp
This is a three-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and lots of gravel parking. It is located in the northeast sector of the lake, on the north side.
Point 19 Boat Ramp
Located on the west side of the main body of water, just north of Loyston Point Recreation Area, this is a large launch area with a four-lane, concrete ramp, a dock and tons of paved parking.
Mountain Lake Marina Boat Ramp
Located in the southwest sector of the lake, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.
Norris Dam Boat Launch Ramp
Located at Norris Dam Marina, immediately west of the dam, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.
Straight Creek Boat Dock Launch Area
This is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and lots of paved parking. It is located in the northwest corner of the lake.
Whitman Hollow Public Boat Launch
This is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking. It is located in the back of Whitman Hollow, in the northwest section of the lake.
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Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby
Norris Dam State Park Campground - 865 426-7461
Loyston Point Campground - 865 494-9369
Big Ridge State Park Campground - 865 992-5523
Hickory Star Campground - 865 992-5241
Powell Valley Resort Campground - 423 562-5975
Lost Creek Campground - 865 278-3539
Beach Island Resort & Marina Campground - 865 992-3091
Lakeside Campground - 423 626-2320
Cedar Grove Marina & Campground - 865 278-3131
Bunch Hollow Campground & Resort - 865 919-2427
Fish Species Present
The lake supports populations of largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, channel catfish, blue catfish, black crappie, white crappie, walleye, rainbow trout, brown trout, bluegill, redear sunfish, rock bass, warmouth, white bass, striped bass, muskie, paddlefish and sauger at Norris Lake in Tennessee.
Map - Camping & Access
Contact Information
Norris Dam State Park
125 Village Green Circle
Rocky Top, Tennessee 37769
865 426-7461
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