8 Best Lakes to Explore in Tennessee

Tennessee’s got lakes galore—67 of them—and this summer, eight standouts are calling your name for boating, swimming, and pure lake life. Percy Priest Lake near Nashville offers 200 miles of shoreline and big-water fun. Old Hickory Lake’s massive 22,500 acres come packed with parks and ramps. Center Hill Lake dazzles with crystal-clear waters and dramatic bluffs. Norris Lake, born in the Great Depression, stretches 800 miles of shoreline perfect for houseboating and fishing. Kentucky Lake, the state’s largest, spans 160,000 acres and is a fisherman’s dream. Reelfoot Lake’s unique quake-formed beauty hides cypress trees and bald eagles. Chickamauga Lake near Chattanooga delivers 800 miles of fishing bliss. And for peace and quiet, Dale Hollow Lake’s untouched shores await. Get ready to explore Tennessee’s watery wonders. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ba40aed6b07f39a9