Top Things to do in Tennessee
Top Hotels in Tennessee
- 1. Drury Plaza Hotel Nashville Downtown
- 2. Holiday Inn Nashville-Vanderbilt (Dwtn), an IHG Hotel
- 3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Nashville Downtown Stadium
- 4. The Peabody Memphis
- 5. Hutton Hotel
- 6. Cambria Hotel Nashville Downtown
- 7. Margaritaville Island Inn
- 8. Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
- 9. Arbors at Island Landing Hotel & Suites
- 10. Best Western Plaza Inn
What to do and see in Tennessee, United States: The Best Dams
Discover the best top things to do in Tennessee, United States including Norris Dam State Park, Raccoon Mountain Dam, South Holston Dam, Douglas Dam, Chickamauga Dam Tennessee River Park, Cherokee Dam, Fisherman's Park Dam, Cordell Hull Lake, Elk River Dam, Nice Mills Dam.
Restaurants in Tennessee
1. Norris Dam State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 187 reviews
Sitting on Norris Dam reservoir, this park covers 4000 acres of space. From boating on the reservoir and hiking the 20+ miles of trails, to exploring the historic buildings, or camping on the 75+ camp sites available, this park is for everyone. More information on this park and many more can be found at the TN State Parks website.
Reviewed By E4422QYgaryh - Rocky Top, United States
Norris Dam boasts two parks-one with a pool; kids playgrounds; walking trails; cabins; wedding venue with an amphitheater, reception room, and brides house; area for fishing; marina with boat launch; free launch just a couple miles away; and of course the dam with lower view, view from dam, and scenic overlook.
2. Raccoon Mountain Dam
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 161 reviews
Reviewed By mvmaithai - Largo, United States
One of our favorite attractions in Chattanooga. Stop by the visitor center to see a breathtaking view of the TN River Gorge, and at the same time, learn about TVA (TN Valley Authority, a federal agency that provides hydro-electric power through its dams) and its history. There are hiking trails, and picnic and fishing areas. If you're lucky, you may see some wildlife - deer, wild turkey, eagles. Fun for the whole family!
3. South Holston Dam
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By lstins12
This is a gorgeous site and is family friendly! My Kids Loved it, the bridge is amazing and I would encourage you to continue driving after walking the trail and viewing the damn to go on up to the overlook. It was amazing as well.
4. Douglas Dam
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By DNvisitors - Knoxville, United States
We come here to see the views of the Smokies without the bumper to bumper traffic of Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. For someone just passing through the area on the interstate, and not staying overnight, or looking for a campsite next to a very pretty lake, this is a good day or overnight stop. The overlook displays several major Tennessee mountain tops of the Appalachians, including Mount LeConte and a telephoto zoom lens will be rewarded on clearer days! If visiting in the fall and winter months, be prepared to see the lake at a non-full pool level, as their priority is given to UT football traffic in the Knoxville area and keeping the Tennessee River and downstream lakes at higher levels. Another plus is they have VG picnic tables and a well maintained rest room at the overlook.
5. Chickamauga Dam Tennessee River Park
6. Cherokee Dam
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Cherokee was built to generate hydroelectric power during the World War II emergency, but it also plays an important role as one of the chain of TVA-managed reservoirs that have prevented billions of dollars in flood damage over the years. Cherokee Dam is on the Holston River in East Tennessee, 52 miles upstream from the point at which the Holston and French Broad rivers converge to form the Tenn
7. Fisherman's Park Dam
8. Cordell Hull Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By MrsB4vols
Cordell Hull Lake is a beautiful, peaceful lake that offers lots of access to the water for fishing and boating. You can visit horse trails and overlooks. Salt Lick Campground and Defeated Creek Campground are popular camping spots. Granville Marina will soon have a new restaurant and inn. Wartrace has camping, and there are lots of picnic spots available everywhere.
9. Elk River Dam
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 3 reviews
