National Parks
Hiking, Historical Sightseeing, cave Exploration, Photography Opportunities
This National park has hiking and its pet friendly. You can actually stand in TN, KY, VA at one time. Beautiful scenery any time of year and there aren’t near the crowds and hassle of driving to Smokey Mountains .
35 locals recommend
Cumberland Gap National Historical Park
91 Bartlett Park RoadThis National park has hiking and its pet friendly. You can actually stand in TN, KY, VA at one time. Beautiful scenery any time of year and there aren’t near the crowds and hassle of driving to Smokey Mountains .
Live Entertainment
Bubbas is located at Beach Island Marina 10-15 by car or boat. They have excellent food, drinks, service. Pool tables, darts, cornhole. Weekends they have live entertainment.
Bubba Brew's Sports Bar & Grill
170 Beach Island RdFood scene
Real drive-in. Famous for their Pizza Burger and other comfort foods. Also serve a a variety of ice cream, sundaes, and banana splits.
8 locals recommend
Frostee Freeze Drive-In
1617 N Broad StReal drive-in. Famous for their Pizza Burger and other comfort foods. Also serve a a variety of ice cream, sundaes, and banana splits.
Traveler advice
What to pack
Don’t forget to pack....
Sunscreen, beach towels, swimsuits, life vests, fishing equipment, water toys, water shoes, sunglasses, hats, personal care products, detergent if visiting a laundry mat, lake map, food, drinks, bottled water, extra paper products, insect repellant, coffee, condiments, cell phones, chargers, cords, any medicines for those who may get motion sickness, extra garbage bags
Getting around
Car by Land, Boat by Water
The area is rural. There are curves, hills, and narrow roads near the boat dock. There are not taxis or Ubers. Some streets are not well lit. Cell service is in and out on Norris Lake , so please get any directions / maps prior to arrival. By land, grocery, gas, hospital, vet, Walmart, banks are about 15 minutes drive.Knoxville and TYS airport is about 50 miles. Dollywood and Gatlinburg attractions are about 65 miles. By boat Bubba Brews/Beach Island, Jimmy’s Place are about 15 minutes. The houseboat can only be accessed by water.
What to pack
Garbage bags
Do not flush any toilet paper or other products. All garbage should be taken to the dumpster at the dock at the end of your stay.
Book before you go
Boat/slip Rental
Boat rentals fill quickly. Straight creek Dock is the closest place for rentals. Other marinas nearby include Beach Island, Cedar Grove, Norris Landing, Lakeview, and Lone Mountain.