It's a great place to go fishing and boating and the food's good feed the fish good boats to rent…read morereasonably fries

This dock was purchased by a new owner in April 2022 and is now called Cherokee Boat Dock. They've…read moredone some nice upgrades. They have gas pumps, holding tank pumpout service, diner, drinks, bait, tackle, boating supplies, and plenty of other sruff in the shop. I bought 100% (ethanol free) gasoline and had the holding tank pumped out for a very good price. The owner's son Mason was very helpful and friendly. Highly recommend this dock!

We had an amazing day of fishing with Ryan and Jesse! We're from Florida so have spent a lot of…read moretime fishing but this day is up there with the best of the best. They knew the spots, had all the gear, and how to find fish when the bite slowed down. We limited out on stripers and now all I can hear from boys is can "Dad, I mount my fish?!?!" We definitely recommend and definitely will be back!

Awesome full day on the water. We caught roughly $15 fish as a group of 4! With two strippers over…read more17 inch ! Jesse was a great first mate, & will make a great captain! Captain Raan & Jesse was great with our kids & us we felt very comfortable & most definitely enjoyed our self

Highly recommend it's very quiet and there's lots to do the owners are amazing there are beautiful…read moreviews of the lake and mountains

Great property improvements are underway with the new owners and hired help. Looking forward to…read morefamily friendly summer weekends on Cherokee Lake.

Awesome state park with plenty of parking, pull offs to play in the creek, and tons of hiking…read moretrails. Dog and kid friendly, no bathrooms available. Lots of wildflower blooms and creekside hiking. Great spot for a picnic and sunning by the water.

Great park to take kids for easy access to wade and swim in a mountain stream. Has trails. Picnic…read morearea is very limited and located too close to porta-potties. Just go for the water!

Beautiful but, the water is still way, way down. Will be going back once the water level is back up.read more

We decided to head back home half a day early to get some miles in for the trip to VA from…read moreNashville. We decided to stop in Dandrige overnight and catch some zzzs before making the final leg the following day. It was the 4th of July and we came across the Dandridge dock while searching for some dinner. We got out to take a look and wow, the view of Douglas Lake was so beautiful that evening. It has a long walkway and at the end of it, there are Adirondack chairs for people to sit on. There were several people taking their boats out or coming in, families fishing, and other people like ourselves taking in the view. Definitely worth taking a few minutes to take a peek when staying in or around Dandridge or simply passing through. Stay safe, Friends!

Driving north of SR-70 (Asheville Highway), I crossed the bridge and my eye was drawn to the dam to…read morethe east. Thankfully, there is a turnoff and I was able to get a proper look at the dam. A little further, a road turns to the right and it curves back under the dam and leads down to the riverside. A few pickup trucks were parked as people are using the dam for some intense fishing. The dam was built by the Tennessee Eastern Electric Company in 1912-1913 and generates hydroelectricity. It was later purchased by the Tennessee Valley Authority who improved it to the point where it was able to generate 10,640 kilowatts of electricity. Unfortunately, the area became too blocked with sediment and the generators were taken offline in 1972. The dam and reservoir are now used for flood control and recreation. It is a smaller dam compared to most but it is pretty to look at and the fishing looks good. Enjoy this dam review! [Review 20137 overall - 463 in Tennessee - 1113 of 2023.]

I never met a waterfall that I didn't like. We did a driving tour along Little River in Great Smoky…read moreMountains National Park to see if we could spot some wildlife. The Sinks is a lovely waterfall along the river. There is a small parking lot with about a dozen spaces where we found parking. An observation area is a short walk from parking. A sign describes the area and that the falls were manmade. During the late 1800's the river was used to transport logs/timber to the nearby town of Elkmont. After a storm, flood waters caused a jam in the river. Dynamite was used to restore water flow. The blast resulted in a twist in the river and creation of the waterfall. A set of stone steps leads up a hill, offering lovey views of the falls. There are dozens of waterfalls in the Park. Sinks is one of the few that is drivable, which is great for people that cannot hike. I picked up a Waterfalls map at the visitor center that I found interesting and informative. Parking passes are required to park in the lot. There are no amenities at the falls. Plan 15-30 minutes for a stop and photos.

Was more than I thought. Great experience. Small parking area. A little hard to get out of but…read moreworth it.

We don't come from PF to Gatlinburg without stopping at this park. It's excellent for our toddler…read moreto burn off energy before a car-nap or to move around a bit, especially if we've been in the car a while. We watched them build it for a while, even witnessed an Eagle a few years back in this same area, and were so glad once it was finally finished and open. They have nice bathrooms, a fishing access area, and a fence around this play area-which I really appreciate! Highly recommend stopping by if you have a kid and need to let them run and play a bit or if you're looking for something free to do. Also, be sure to walk down and look at the trout in the area near the restrooms.

Cute park located in downtown Gatlinburg--perfect for parents with kids who need to release some…read moreendless energy. I really liked that it had easy parking and was surrounded by a fence to keep kids inside. Restrooms are also located here.

The signage and sights at Seven Islands make it one of Tennessee's best state parks. You can see…read moreboth mountains and marshy coastline in a relatively small state park. Cedar trees, cattails, and berry bushes are all in close proximity. The main walking path to the island is ADA compliant. If you'd like elevation, this park is on the edge of the Appalachian mountains allowing you to hike up and view the Smoky Mountains. I prefer short hikes and found many trail options. If you're a bird watcher or a novice, you're sure to learn something from the educational bird exhibits near the parking lot. Check the park's social media for educational events. This park isn't too crowded and requires back roads through neighborhoods. Indoor restrooms are available near the parking lot.

Such a beautiful place to take a walk and also have pictures done! We had our engagement photos…read moredone here. There's multiple trails to walk and a lot of photo ops. If you're staying in Sevierville and need a peaceful quick walk-this is your place.

While on our family vacation, we stopped in because my brother-in-law needed bait before a fishing…read moretrip. He says this is his favorite bait shop in the Smokies, and it's easy to see why. They have a great selection of fishing bait, tackle, gear, and even some fun outdoor apparel that my sister and I enjoyed browsing while we waited. There is plenty of parking, and the location is convenient to the national park and surrounding attractions. They do not have a public restroom, but when our mom had an urgent need, the staff kindly allowed her to use one, which we really appreciated. Friendly service, a well-stocked shop, and a great stop for anyone heading out to fish in the Smokies.

On short notice, we booked a half day wade trip with Bill. We fished in-town for stocker rainbows…read more Excellent trip. The staff at the shop were very friendly and helpful. Bill knew the river well and put us on big fish the whole trip. We tried Euronmyphing . . . highly recommended. Would definitely go back to The Smoky Mountain Angler and definitely do a wading trip with Bill again.