Norris Lake is a 34,000-acre controlled water source exceeding depths of over 200 ft with 809 miles of shorelines covering five different counties. It exceeds any other TVA tributary lake and is known as one of the clearest and cleanest lakes in TN with is amazing emerald green waters and unique flowing homes. Norris Lake provides excellent opportunities for fishing, skiing, swimming, scuba diving, and kayaking. It has over 50 miles of islands, numerous picnic areas, caves, cliffs, and beaches.

Norris Dam State Park has fifteen trails that are multi-use trails. The trails range in length from .5 mile to 5 miles. The trails travel around the lakeshore, through beautiful valleys, and over ridge tops offering a variety of difficulty for beginners to the more experienced. Mountain biking is allowed on 11 trails covering 22 miles. Equestrian use is also available on designated trails . Trail maps are available online or at the park office. The park also has the Lenoir Museum which displays a large selection of artifacts that portray life in Southern Appalachia from 12,000 years ago to present day. You will want to visit Norris Dam and the Norris Dam State Park to learn more about this area.

Cove Lake is in Caryville, TN and has walking trails, picnic areas, and more views to offer.

Bushy Mountain State Penitentiary is know for its evil inmates and cruel prison guards. Its history is sad but intriguing. They offer outdoor concerts, tours, ghost tours, and have a restaurant on the property.

Big South Fork National River and Recreational Area is a must see with its hiking trails, site seeing, swimming, and other outdoor activities such as horseback riding.

WMA offers a Tier 1 gun range in Pioneer, TN. Permits required +16 yrs of age and older.

If you are an off-road riding lover, this is the area for you with trail access right out of your driveway. The TWRA riding areas within riding distance are Royal Blue, Sundquist, New River, and Tackett Creek.