800 Miles of Shoreline, 34,000 acres, 22 marinas and resorts, 3 State Parks, 2 wildlife management areas, 14 different kinds of fish.
These are just a few of the reason why Norris Lake is the ultimate waterway and the perfect vacation destination. 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.
Fishing Norris Lake
There are 14 different types of fish in Norris Lake that include stripped bass, crappie, walleye, large mouth bass and small mouth bass.
Fishing Licenses: You can purchase your fishing licence at the Wal-Mart-that is located at exit 122 (Clinton/Norris) off of Interstate75 or online at www4.wildlifelicense.com/tn/start.php
Click here for more information on fishing on Norris Lake.
Boating on Norris Lake
Click here for information about Tennessee State Boating Laws: http://www.nasbla.net/referenceguide/index.php?queryID=TN
You can launch your boat for free at the following locations:
Anderson County Park
2191 Park Lane, Andersonville – 865-494-9352
www.andersoncountypark.com
Loyston Point
730 Loyston Point, Andersonville – 865-494-9369
State Boat Access
near Norris Dam State Park
from Oak Grove Road-off of freeway 441
Marinas on Norris Lake
Both of our marinas have restaurants and offer boat and jet ski rentals
Sequoyah Marina
336 Lakeview Lane
Andersonville, TN 37705
865-494-7984
www.sequoyahmarina.net
Stardust Marina and Resort
149 Stardust Lane
Andersonville, TN 37705
865-494-7641
www.stardustmarina.com
Cabins, Condos and Houses for Rent on Norris Lake
| Type | Lodging Facility | Location |
|---|---|---|
| House Sleeps 13 | Harbor House on Norris Lake 694 Ridge Circle Road - Andersonville 513-332-2865 | Website | Lakefront-Norris Lake |
| House Sleeps 6-7 | Lighthouse at Twin Magnolia 124 Shore Loop Road - Andersonville 865-494-6973 or 865-414-2663 | Website | Lakefront-Norris Lake |
| House Sleeps 12 | Main Channel Norris Lakefront Home 2040 Park Road Andersonville 865-660-3464 | Website | Lakefront-Norris Lake |
| Cabin Rustic and Deluxe Cabins Sleeps 2-6 | Norris Dam State Park 125 Village Green Circle - Lake City 37769 865-426-7461 CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION | Norris Lake near Norris Dam Five Miles from Interstate 75 |
| Condo Sleeps 6 | Pinnacle Point Condo near Stardust Marina 221 Pinnacle Point - Andersonville 37705 865-494-9761 or 352-693-3040 | Lakefront-Norris Lake |
| Condo Sleeps 6-8 | Pinnacle Point Condo near Stardust Marina 441 Pinacle Point - Andersonville 407-760-7149 | Website | Lakefront-Norris Lake |
| Condo Sleeps 8 | Pinnacle Point Condo near Stardust Marina 442 Pinnacle Point - Andersonville 37705 407-760-7149 | Website | Lakefront-Norris Lake |
| Condo Sleeps 6 | Pinnacle Point Condo near Stardust Marina 532 Pinnacle Point - Andersonville 37705 65-494-5424 | Website | Lakefront-Norris Lake |
| House Sleeps 8-10 | Ross Retreat Andersonville, TN 37705 865-494-0166 | Website | Lakefront-Norris Lake |
| House Sleeps 6-8 | Sequoyah Marina Lodging Lakeview Lane Andersonville, TN 37705 865-207-6011 | 865-494-7984 | website | Lakeview-Norris Lake |
Camping on Norris Lake
All of our campgrounds offer electrical and water hool-ups and a dump station.
| Anderson County Park 2191 Park Lane, Andersonville 865-494-9352 www.andersoncountypark.com |
Norris Dam State Park 125 Village Green Circle, Lake City 865-426-7461 www.norrisdamstatepark.org |
Hiking
There are several areas surrounding Norris Lake that you can go hiking which are listed below.
Anderson County Park – 800-524-3602
Anderson County Park is a peninsula on Norris Lake and offers a 6 mile trail for hiking and horseback riding. Visit www.andersoncountypark.com for more information.
Norris Watershed – 800-524-3602 – map
Experience spectacular views of Norris Lake and its surrounding hills and valleys as you hike, bike ride or horseback over 20 miles of woodland trails that meander through the watershed’s 2,300 acres and meander along the clinch river. There are several access areas and plenty of parking. Trail maps available by emailing info@yallcome.org or calling 800-524-3602.
Norris Dam State Park – 865-426-7461 – map
125 Village Green Circle, Lake City – www.norrisdamstatepark.org
The park occupies more than 4,000 acres on the shores of Norris Lake and surrounds Norris Dam. Caves, scenic valleys, sparkling streams, wildflower trails and a virgin forest with hiking trails are among the natural wonders of the Park.
Chuck Swan – 800-332-0900 – map
Situated on a peninsula in the center of beautiful Norris Lake, 24,000 acres of wilderness and more than 70 miles of trails.
Click here for additional trails in Anderson County
