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Norris Dam State Park
State Park Information
State Park Overview
This 4,038-acre park, located on the Norris Resevoir, began in 1933 as the first Tennessee Valley Authority project. Miles of trails lead hikers through deeply forested valleys and ridges. A grist mill built in the 1790s and restored by TVA still grinds corn daily during the summer months. Many other attractions await your finding at Norris Dam State Park.
**Norris Dam State Park will undergo facilities upgrades in 2005 to better meet guidelines as outlined by the Americans with Disabilities Act. Construction to west campground bathhouses may delay their opening in the Spring. The east campground will open on schedule. The Lenoir Museum will be closed January 1, 2005 --April 30, 2005, or until completion of the renovation.Other operations will be impacted, but should still be operational. Contact the park office for additional information, 865.426.7461.
Camping
Sites available to persons with disabilities.
The park has two camping areas with 25 sites in the east section and 50 sites in the west section of the park. Sites have tables, grills and electrical and water hookups, while some sites in the east primitive section lack these facilities. Modern bathhouses and dump stations are provided and
a laundromat is located - the park Village Green Complex adjacent to the pool and recreation center. Sites are available only on a first-come, first-serve basis and
maximum stay limit is two weeks. A primitive camping area is available to scout and other youth groups by reservation only.
Laundry facilities are available and the cost is 1.00 to wash and 1.00 to dry.
Trails
Many miles of woodland trails meander throughout the park and adjacent lands, providing spectacular views of Norris Lake and its surrounding hills and valleys.
Hiking trails are open year round.
Boating
Located on the shores of Norris Lake with 700 miles of shoreline, one of the most picturesque reservoirs in the TVA system, this park offers the ultimate in boating, skiing and fishing fun.
A large, completely equipped commercial marina is located - the dam. For more information call 865-494-8138. The Marina is fully equipped, Pontoon boats are available for rent and
a there is a boat ramp available for public usage.
Swimming
Fishing and Hunting
For information on fishing guide service, call 865-494-8138
Trout fishing at its best!Lake and river fishing available with catches of Brown and Rainbow trout, striper bass, small and largemouth bass, walleye and
crappie abundant. Fishing guide service is available. Contact the park marina for more information.