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Home in Andersonville
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 456 reviewsPeaceful lakeview with dock* and dog run
Home in Maynardville
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 143 reviewsNorris lakefront home with covered boat dock
Home in Kingston
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 276 reviewsLakefront Hilltop Haven -Private Walkout Apartment
Home in Sevierville
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 179 reviewsLuxury Lakefront Home with Pavilion and Loft
Home in Dandridge
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 123 reviewsLake House w/Amazing views of the Smoky Mountains
Home in Dandridge
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviews“Unforgettable Sunrise” on Douglas Lake/ Smoky Mt
Home in Waynesville
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviewsOne Block from Lake Junaluska
Home in Pigeon Forge
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 139 reviewsRiverfront house The Island, Dollywood, Titanic
Norris Lake cabin rentals
Cabin in Pigeon Forge
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 220 reviewsWelcoming Rustic-Style Retreat with Jacuzzi
Cabin in Cosby
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 244 reviewsRabbits Nest: " Love for One Another and Nature"
Cabin in Pigeon Forge
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 329 reviewsMoon Shadow - Beautiful Cabin 1 mile from Parkway
Cabin in Sevierville
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 333 reviewsDREAM COME TRUE! COZY 1 BEDROOM/ 1 BATH HIDEAWAY!
Cabin in Gatlinburg
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviewsNEW Kink Cabin, Adult Theme Romance
Cabin in Cosby
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 167 reviewsFoothills Hideaway
Cabin in Sevierville
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 195 reviewsOver the hills and far away! Smoky Mtns cabin!
Cabin in Hot Springs
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 309 reviewsRosetree Retreat Cabin
Norris Lake vacation rentals
Cottage in Pioneer
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 199 reviewsThe Ambleside Cottage
Home in Speedwell
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 193 reviewsGuest house in the country with a beautiful view
Bungalow in Bean Station
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 171 reviewsCherokee Lake Bungalow on the Lake.
Apartment in Sharps Chapel
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviewsPirate Cove - Lakefront on Norris Lake w/ dock
Cottage in Knoxville
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 745 reviewsEnglish Garden Cottage.
Farm stay in Sneedville
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviewsExperience "Unique Getaway" Repurposed Grain Bin
Home in Corryton
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviewsCabin at House Mountain-Entire Cabin,Stunning View
Tiny home in Knoxville
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 164 reviewsThe Mapleleaf Tiny House
Your guide to Norris Lake
All About Norris Lake
At the foot of the Cumberland Mountains, with the vibrant town of Knoxville to the south and the Chuck Swan Wildlife Management Area to the north, Norris Lake is one of the more popular recreational destinations in Tennessee. The lake’s 800 miles of coastline are studded with several state parks, small communities, bars and restaurants, and more than 20 marinas with boat rentals available. Rent a boat from one of the local outfitters, and you can explore various coves and bays by motorboat, kayak, or canoe. After a busy afternoon on Norris Lake, you can enjoy a meal from one of the floating or waterfront restaurants, many of which offer boat parking and live music.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Norris Lake
The northwestern regions of Tennessee have a varied and temperate climate, with distinct seasons and moderate changes in weather throughout the year. Summers on the lake are hot and humid, with occasional rainfall and long sunny days that are excellent for getting in and on the lake. If you’re traveling during this time, you may want to check out the Fire on the Water Fourth of July Festival, a fireworks display on the lake’s western shores.
The shoulder seasons are great times to visit as the crisp temperatures make for excellent hiking weather through the adjacent Big Ridge State Park and Chuck Swan Wildlife Management Area. The fall is the most visually stunning time of year, with autumn hues of orange and red decorating the rolling landscape surrounding the lake. The winters can get quite cold — though they rarely reach freezing temperatures — with roughly the same overall levels of precipitation found in the summer.
Top things to do in Norris Lake
Museum of Appalachia
The Museum of Appalachia is a 65-acre recreation of a pioneer-era village and one of the area’s most expansive and detailed historical sites. You’ll find dozens of historically accurate structures here such as barns, schools, and cabins — along with hundreds of thousands of artifacts, including instruments, textiles, and art — from pioneer settlements and regional Indigenous tribes.
Big Ridge State Park
More than a dozen miles of hiking trails wind among dense hickory forests, along meandering streams, and through lush valleys in this state park along the southern shores of Norris Lake. You can cool off from a long hike by swimming at the beaches here, or make use of the many public sporting courts and facilities.
Paddling on the Lake
Motorized watercraft are the most popular kind of boat on Norris Lake, but exploring the coasts with a kayak or paddleboard provides a unique way to experience the area. Hundreds of coves and inlets around the lake — most only accessible by water — house dramatic rock formations, waterfalls, and secluded beaches. Paddling your way around the sights allows you to access several inlets too small for larger motorboats to enter, creating a truly intimate and tranquil experience on the lake.
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