Norris Lake
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Norris Lake
F O U N D Your Free Guide To Norris Lake with Fold-out Lake Map, Marina Guide, Accommodations & Boat Rentals 4 Find your dream home on Norris Lake at NorrisLakeFrontProperties.com Featuring Sunset Bay a Norris Lake Front Community in Sharps Chapel, Tennessee g Wa i t i n e r A s Ti m e Great • 4 1/2 hours from Cincinnati • Level Lake Front Property • $2 Million Dollar Club House with Swimming Pool, Tennis Court and Fitness Center Many Amenities and Special Features • Underground Utilities • Utility District Water & Sewer • Security Patrol • Life Star Helicopter Pad • Private Marina SEARCH for your dream home by visiting NorrisLakeFrontProperties.com Visit www.norrislakemarinas.com Our interactive lake map provides a visual method of locating and viewing all Norris Lake property for sale by development. Just SEARCH, CLICK & VIEW Vicki and Mike Neuer ( 8 65 ) 2 7 8 - 3 90 0 MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE Cell (865) 585-3799 vickiintn@gmail.com Realty Group (423) 626-6353 Service with Integrity Glory to God MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE Glory to God Norris Lake Dock Facilities Guide All Marinas Have Covered Boat Slips, Launch Ramps, Gas, Oil, Snacks and Restrooms. see page Beach Island 53 Resort Marina (865) 992-3091 Blue Springs Boat Dock (423) 562-9953 Cedar Grove 55 Marina (865) 278-3131 Flat Hollow 28–29 Marina & Resort (423) 562-8314 Hickory Star 51 Village & Marina (865) 992-5241 Indian River Marina & Resort (423) 562-5290 Lakeview Marina & Campground (865) 278-3666 Lone Mountain 61 Marina (423) 626-9437 Mountain Lake RV Resort & Marina (865) 426-6510 Norris Dam 36–37 Marina (865) 494-8138 Norris Landing 59 Marina (865) 494-8138 Powell Valley 24–25 Resort (423) 562-5975 Sequoyah 39 Marina (865) 494-7984 Shanghai 12–13 Resort (423) 562-7651 Springs Dock 21 Resort (423) 562-2405 Stardust Marina 45 and Properties (865) 494-7641 Straight 57 Creek Dock (423) 626-5826 Sugar Hollow 16–17 Marina (423) 562-3466 Twin Cove Marina (423) 566-0976 Union County 31 Marina (865) 494-9649 Waterside 47–49 Marina (865) 494-9649 Whitman Hollow 42–43 Marina (423) 562-9941 Party Boat Rental Pontoon Boat Rental Ski Boat Rental Fishing Boat Rental PWC Rental Houseboat Mooring Rental Houseboat Catwalk/Slip Rental Boat Lift Rental Boat Repair Fishing and Marine Supplies Fishing License Bait Mobile Houseboat Rental Floating House Rental Condo/Motel Rental House/Cabin/Chalet Rental Campgrounds RV Hookups Swimming Pool Restaurant Grocery Items Beer Ski/Kneeboard Rental Tube Rental Laundry Facilities Wi-Fi Internet Service Pump Out Service P A R A D I S E • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • BOAT RENTAL • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • FISHING • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ACCOMMODATIONS • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • FOOD • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • BOAT SERVICES • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • TOYS • MISC. Indianapolis 71 75 74 Columbus Dayton 70 65 77 Cincinnati 71 75 Charleston 64 Louisville Lexington 77 65 75 Corbin www.norrislakemarinas.com Nashville Map by Scott Dickman ©2013 135 235 300 265 135 230 285 340 Dayton, OH Gatlinburg, TN Indianapolis, IN Knoxville, TN Lexington, KY Louisville, KY Nashville, TN 285 65 340 25 150 230 175 24/45 26/50 33/58 39/68 48/76 58/83 July August September October November December Harrogate Knoxville Average Temperatures January February March April May June 25E 81 40 Norris Lake Driving Distances in Miles to Norris Dam: Asheville, NC Atlanta, GA Charleston, WV Charlotte, NC Chattanooga, TN Cincinnati, OH Columbia, SC Columbus, OH Norris Lake 75 62/87 62/86 56/80 43/69 34/58 27/48 Asheville 40 Charlotte Chattanooga 26 59 75 77 85 Atlanta Just a short drive away Columbia Find your dream home on Norris Lake at NorrisLakeFrontProperties.com Featuring Sunset Bay a Norris Lake Front Community in Sharps Chapel, Tennessee • 4 1/2 hours from Cincinnati • Level Lake Front Property • $2 Million Dollar Club House with Swimming Pool, Tennis Court and Fitness Center • Underground Utilities • Utility District Water & Sewer • Security Patrol • Life Star Helicopter Pad • Private Marina SEARCH for your dream home by visiting NorrisLakeFrontProperties.com Our interactive lake map provides a visual method of locating and viewing all Norris Lake property for sale by development. Just SEARCH, CLICK & VIEW Vicki and Mike Neuer ( 8 65 ) 2 7 8 - 3 90 0 MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE Cell (865) 585-3799 vickiintn@gmail.com Realty Group (423) 626-6353 Service with Integrity Glory to God MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE Glory to God All Marinas Have Covered Boat Slips, Launch Ramps, Gas, Oil, Snacks and Restrooms. see page 4 Many Amenities and Special Features Beach Island 53 Resort Marina (865) 992-3091 Blue Springs Boat Dock (423) 562-9953 Cedar Grove 55 Marina (865) 278-3131 Flat Hollow 28–29 Marina & Resort (423) 562-8314 Hickory Star 51 Village & Marina (865) 992-5241 Indian River Marina & Resort (423) 562-5290 Lakeview Marina & Campground (865) 278-3666 Lone Mountain 61 Marina (423) 626-9437 Mountain Lake RV Resort & Marina (865) 426-6510 Norris Dam 36–37 Marina (865) 494-8138 Norris Landing 59 Marina (865) 494-8138 Powell Valley 24–25 Resort (423) 562-5975 Sequoyah 39 Marina (865) 494-7984 Shanghai 12–13 Resort (423) 562-7651 Springs Dock 21 Resort (423) 562-2405 Stardust Marina 45 and Properties (865) 494-7641 Straight 57 Creek Dock (423) 626-5826 Sugar Hollow 16–17 Marina (423) 562-3466 Twin Cove Marina (423) 566-0976 Union County 31 Marina (865) 494-9649 Waterside 47–49 Marina (865) 494-9649 Whitman Hollow 42–43 Marina (423) 562-9941 Party Boat Rental Pontoon Boat Rental Ski Boat Rental Fishing Boat Rental PWC Rental Houseboat Mooring Rental Houseboat Catwalk/Slip Rental Boat Lift Rental Boat Repair Fishing and Marine Supplies Fishing License Bait Mobile Houseboat Rental Floating House Rental Condo/Motel Rental House/Cabin/Chalet Rental Campgrounds RV Hookups Swimming Pool Restaurant Grocery Items Beer Ski/Kneeboard Rental Tube Rental Laundry Facilities Wi-Fi Internet Service Pump Out Service Norris Lake Dock Facilities Guide • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • BOAT RENTAL • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • FISHING • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ACCOMMODATIONS • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • FOOD • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • BOAT SERVICES • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • TOYS • MISC. 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:28 PM Page 2 Welcome to Norris Lake Where memories are made Contents: The Norris Lake Marina Association would like to welcome you to Norris Lake, where unlimited water-related recreational opportunities await in one of Tennessee Valley Authority’s (TVA’s) cleanest lakes. Whether you come for boating, fishing, skiing, camping, golfing or just relaxing, we feel the Norris Lake area has it all, making Norris Lake a perfect vacation destination. There are 25 Marinas on this crystal clear lake offering a wide variety of accommodations, boat rentals, events, campgrounds and restaurants, along with some of the most friendly people around. Our association takes great pride in Norris Lake being one of the cleanest lakes in North America and continues to work together with the TVA to keep it that way. More than half the marinas on the lake have been certified by the TVA as clean marinas. We have designed this guide with information on Norris Lake marinas, attractions, resorts and other area related services to assist you in planning your next trip here. We look forward to seeing you on the lake. Happy boating! 6-7 Norris Dam 10 Powell River Area 12-13 Shanghai Resort * 14-15 Fishing on Norris Lake & Fishing Tips 16-17 Sugar Hollow Marina * Deerfield Resort Rentals 21 Springs Dock Resort 24-25 Jim Folck 28-29 President Norris Lake Marina Association 31 32-33 2 Printed in cooperation with the Norris Lake Marina Association and GC Cincy, LLC. Photographs were provided by the Norris Lake Marina Association members and Scott Dickman. The photographs, map and artwork in this guide are copyrighted and cannot be reproduced by any means without written permission from Scott Dickman or GC Cincy, LLC. Copyright 2013. Every effort has been made to assure the accuracy of the information contained herein, however the publisher cannot guarantee such accuracy and cannot be held liable for any erroneous information. Corrections welcome (513) 721-6900. 36-37 39 19 22-23 Clinch River Area (Including Clinch River & Big Creek) (Including Powell River, Cedar Creek & Davis Creek 26 Visit our website for up-to-date information on our marinas. www.NorrisLakeMarinas.com 35 Norris Dam Marina * Sequoyah Marina 40-41 Accommodations & Restaurants 42-43 Whitman Hollow Marina 45 Stardust Marina * 47-49 Waterside Marina * 51 Hickory Star 53 Beach Island Resort Marina 54 Houseboating on Norris Lake 55 Cedar Grove Marina Float Houses on Norris Lake 56 Boating Safety Tips & Laws 57 Straight Creek Dock Flat Hollow Marina & Resort * 58 Area Attractions 59 Norris Landing Marina 61 Lone Mountain Marina 63 NLMA Associate Members Watersports on Norris Lake Powell Valley Resort & Campground Union County Marina Mastercraft * Certified TVA Clean Marina 3 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:16 PM Page 4 Norris Lake - Paradise Found Nestled in the foothills of the Cumberland Mountains, just 20 miles north of Knoxville right off I- 7 5 , l i e s N o r r i s Lake. Well known for its striper fishing, skiing and boating on its deep clean waters, the lake consists of two major rivers and numerous creeks. It extends 56 miles up the Powell River and 73 miles into the Clinch River. Norris Lake is fed by more than 3,000 miles of clean creeks, streams and rivers, mostly from the mountains. Since the lake is not fed by any major dam, the water is much cleaner than most other lakes. Once the sun begins to warm the water in spring, it tends to maintain a nice and steady warm temperature until fall. 4 Recreational use of Norris Lake exceeds that of any other TVA tributary lake. At the lake’s normal summer pool, with the lake level at 1020 feet (sea level), there are over 34,000 acres of surface water. Endless fun-filled activities await you and your family including boating, watersports, fishing, swimming, scuba diving and relaxing. Norris Lake has over 56 species of fish and is well known for its striper fishing, making it popular for many fishing tournaments year-round. An abundance of wildlife can also be seen around the lake including deer, turkey, great blue herons and eagles, along with cows and horses grazing around the shoreline in some places. Along the 809 miles of shoreline, many fun activities can be enjoyed like golfing, hiking, horseback riding, rock climbing, cliff jumping, caving and camping. The shoreline includes over 50 more shoreline miles of islands along with numerous picnic areas, caves, cliffs, beaches and gradual sloping shoreline. Norris Lake has hundreds of secluded coves, 3 state parks, 2 wildlife management areas and 59 public access sites. Anderson, Campbell, Claiborne, G r a i n g e r, and Union counties are all home to Norris Lake. Wake The World Tennessee Norris Lake marinas offer lakefront and lakeview houses, condos and hotels for rent. They also offer boat and slip rentals, a great selection of food and entertainment at their restaurants, groceries, snacks and boating supplies to make your vacation complete. Some marinas have live bands, karaoke and theme parties along with party rooms available for reunions, weddings and business functions. Don’t miss all the marinas’ events like the marina’s firework shows, the Crownline, Mastercraft and Malibu boat gatherings, holiday parties and "Fire on t h e Wa t e r " f i r e works at Sequoyah Marina the Saturday before July 4th. Get your family, friends and fellow boaters all together and plan your trip today. 5 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:16 PM Page 6 Norris Dam Norris Dam was the first project built by the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA). Construction was started in October 1933, completed in March 1936 and filled by 1937. Total cost of construction including land acquisition was close to $36 million. The dam project relocated almost 2900 families and caused the removal and relocation of over 5,000 gravesites. Norris Lake was named after George W. Norris, a U.S. Senator from Nebraska who was the author of the legislation that created the TVA. N o r r i s Dam is a concrete gravity-type dam, 1860 feet long, 265 feet high, and 208 feet thick at the base. The dam is equipped with two 50,000-kilowatt generators. Norris Dam provides flood control and recreation; generates hydroelectricity and helps improve navigation of the Tennessee River. The town of Norris was built to house the dam workers. It was a planned community that became a model for others throughout the nation. The houses were some of the first all-electric homes in Tennessee. Norris Lake has over 850 miles of shoreline including dozens of islands with over 50 miles of s h o re l i n e . With a surface area of more than 34,000 acres and depths Norris Dam State Park surrounds the dam exceeding with many facilities and activities including 200 feet, hiking trails, playgrounds, swimming pools, The Norris tennis courts, a lodge and recreational Dam holds programs. Campgrounds, picnic areas and b k cabin rentals are also available. There is a around 830 billion gallons of water. The two visitors center on the top east side of turbine hydroelectric generators can the dam and an overlook with parking on the produce up to 100,800 kilowatts of electric. west side that provides a great vista for The spill waters offer great trout fishing, and photos. A picnic area is at the base of the flow into the Tennessee River, through dam next to the spill waters, where you will Alabama and eventually into the Ohio River. find some of the best trout fishing around. a c Photo by: Sugar Hollow Marina 6 7 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:16 PM Page 8 Only $67 For An Annual, Unlimited Membership. You Will Have No Need To Ever Worry Again! Your Complete Marine Center TOWING JUMP STARTS FUEL DELIVERY SOFT UNGROUNDING With BoatUS Towing, you become a vital part of the World's Largest Boat Owner's Association of over half a million Members with 25 quality benefits of BoatUS Membership and Safety Foundation. Towing Service - One Membership applies to ALL recreational boats you own, borrow or charter anywhere in the world! Complete service (100%) from a breakdown to your port of choice, up to the towing service level you've selected. BoatUS 24-Hour Dispatch - Call toll-free, day or night, seven days a week for towing assistance. 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Get your Unlimited Membership Today For BoatUS on Norris Lake For More Information or a Tow Call: Captain Mark Proffitt: (865) 426-9839 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:16 PM Page 10 Powell River Area Stand Up Paddleboards Come to Norris Lake It’s like walking on water The Powell River is one of the two rivers that makes up Norris Lake. It meets the Clinch River about 10 miles northeast of the dam around Anderson County Park at day marker #9. It extends 56 miles northeastward eventually flowing under 25E just south of Cumberland Gap. The Powell River offers beautiful scenic views of the Cumberland Mountains to the northwest and the Chuck Swan Wildlife Management Area to the south. Along the Powell River many full service marinas offer boat rentals and boat repairs to great food and entertainment at their restaurants. Shanghai Resort is located at day marker #10, not far from where Cedar Creek meets the Powell River. Between day markers #10 and 11 is Deerfield Resort, Deerfield Cove Marina and the Tiki Club where you can enjoy a drink and a bite to eat. Just around the next point is Springs Dock Resort. Flat Hollow Marina Resort and Blue Springs Dock are both a little further down on the Powell River around day marker #14. Union County Marina and a car ferry is located around Day marker 15. The Powell River continues over 2 5 m o re m i l e s p a s t a n d t h ro u g h a l o t of undisturbed areas, great for skiing and boating. There are two major creeks that feed into the Powell River, Cedar Creek and Davis Creek. Sugar Hollow Marina is the only dock on Cedar Creek and is close to the Cedar Creek Bridge, also known as jumping bridge. Davis Creek enters the Powell River around day marker #12 behind an Island where it is easy to miss. Powell Valley Resort is located on Davis Creek at day marker #13 where Doakes Creek splits off. Don’t miss the view of the Cumberland Mountains from Davis Creek, it is awesome. There are many secluded coves in the Chuck Swan Wildlife Management Area that borders a lot of The Powell River. For an exciting day, hike into the Chuck Swan Wildlife Management Area and discover the lookout tower (GPS 36.37210,-83.89310) or Panther Cave. It’s a good idea to take a gps so you don’t get lost. The Powell River has a lot of wildlife if you keep your eyes open. Along the shores watch out for deer, great blue heron, bald eagles a n d t u r k e y s . Yo u m a y c a t c h a n e a g l e swooping down to catch a fish, a few deer swimming across the lake or the fish jumping which is a lot more common to see than you think. Great for Houseboats, Pontoons & Lake Front Homes Try Out The Newest Trend in Watersports Durable, Stable, Easy and Fun for all Ages. Excellent Core Exercise Burning up to 700 Calories an Hour. You Can Stand-up, Kneel, Sit-Down or Lay. Dual Use Paddles can Convert from Stand-up to Kayak in Seconds. Uses Include Houseboat Tie-ups, Games, Races, Exercise, Fishing, Transportation and Maintenance. SUP Rentals are available at Flat Hollow, Powell Valley & Cedar Grove marinas. Visit www.BrosBoards.com for more information on SUPs, different models and accessories Norris Lake deliveries are available! Bros Boards Stand Up Paddleboards, Accessories & Paddles (513) 305-6902 BrosBoards.com Get On Board With The Best 10 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:16 PM Page 12 Shanghai Resort 12 Shanghai Resort 13 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:16 PM Page 14 Fishing on Norris Lake The deep clear waters of Norris Lake create a perfect habitat for rockfish, walleye, catfish largemouth, smallmouth, bluegill and crappie. Also famous for its trophy-size stripers, walleye and catches of black crappie, Norris Lake has become a favorite destination and tournament venue for anglers across the country. License Information A Tennessee fishing license is required if you take fish or attempt to take fish (including crayfish) by any method or if you assist someone else to do so. Non-residents have a choice of annual, 10-day or 3-day fishing license, for either all fish or no trout. If you are under 13, you do not need a license. Annual fishing licenses go on sale February 18, the start of prime fishing and are valid until the last day of February the following year. Licenses are available by phone, on the web, by mail or from the county court clerks, some sporting goods stores, hardware stores and marinas. To purchase a license or for more information, call 888-814-8972 or visit www.tnwildlife.org. If a fishing license is purchased by phone, an authorization number will allow you to fish immediately. Call the marinas, search web sites or watch local papers for information on local fishing tournaments, area guides and other tips. Creel and Size Limits (as of 2012) Norris Lake Fishing Tips Largemouth/Smallmouth Bass: 5 per day in combination. Largemouth Bass: 14 inch minimum length limit. Smallmouth Bass: 2 per day, 17-22 inch Protected Length Range (PLR). Only one fish may be over 22 inches. Spotted Bass: no creel or length limit. Crappie (all species): 15 per day in combination, 10 inch minimum length limit. Catfish (all species): No harvest limit for catfish under 34 inches in length, only one catfish over 34 inches in length may be harvested per day. Striped Bass: April - October: 2 per day, 15 inch minimum length limit. White Bass: 15 per day, no length limit. Walleye: 5 per day, 16 inch minimum length limit. Sauger: 10 per day in combination, 15 inch minimum length limit. Rock Bass: 20 per day, no length limit. Redear Sunfish: 20 per day, no length limit. Muskellunge: 1 per day, 36 inch minimum length limit. Bluegill, Warmouth and other sunfishes: 30 per day, no length limit. Thanks to www.anglerguide.com Basic Fishing Laws • Stocking of any fish into public waters is strictly prohibited. • Explosives, chemicals and electrical shocking devices are strictly forbidden. Their use carries heavy penalties. • Shooting in the water with any type of firearm to injure or take fish or turtles is prohibited. 14 Fishing Tips Spotted bass Small white spinners, plastic grubs on leadhead jigs, doll flies, and crawfish crankbaits are all excellent. Largemouth bass Use Crankbaits, top water lures, Flukes, Bass Assassins, spinners, and Carolina-rigged lizards during April, May, and early June. Smallmouth bass Good lures for Norris smallmouth are Silver Buddies, 1/4 oz (or smaller) doll flies, doll flies tipped with minnows, float-and-fly rigs, and large shiners. On windy days in late winter, cast small crankbaits to wind-swept, rocky banks. In early spring smallmouth spawn on gravel points which reach out into the main channels. Spinners or pig’n jigs fished at night on steep, boulder-strewn banks catch good smallmouth year-‘round. Crappie Quality angling is best in the back of major embayments such as Big Sycamore Creek, Davis Creek and Big Creek. Upper river sections above Point 15 (Powell) and Point 31 (Clinch) are also good. Fish close to the brush piles or downed trees in the winter, early spring or late fall months. Small minnows, plastic grubs, flies tipped with minnows, and small crankbaits work best. Walleye During river runs, troll or jig with minnowtipped doll flies, Sparkle Tails, AC Shiners, Rapalas, or Shad Raps. In late spring, night anglers cast crankbaits into flooded weeds. Trolling with Jet Lures tipped with night crawlers, spinner-and-night crawler rigs, or with deep running Long-Billed Rebels and Model 911 RedFins is popular by the end of May on the lower end. Night fishing with jigging spoons, alewife or shad accounts for good catches in the summer. Norris Lake Fish Habitat Enhancement The TWRA and volunteers from the public sector, have worked to improve fish habitat in Norris Lake for many years. More than 21,000 structures have been placed in the lake since 1992. A wide variety of fish attractors have been used in an attempt to concentrate fish for anglers. These include brush piles which are used by many game fish, and stake beds which are primarily for concentrating crappie. These attractors work well, but must continually be refurbished. Bald cypress and black willow trees have been planted in drawdown areas to create additional, long lasting habitat. Shoreline seeding of grasses during the winter drawdown has the potential of creating spawning habitat and cover for young fish. Inconsistent water levels, however, have rendered any shoreline seeding projects impractical. Spawning benches have been constructed to provide habitat for smallmouth bass reproduction. 15 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:17 PM Page 16 The Galley Restaurant at Sugar Hollow Enjoy a delicious meal or snack from the Galley Res taurant. We offer everything from Breakfast to Dinner on our open-air covered patio or inside out of the sun. Our weekly food specials like Wing Night and Prime Rib Night are well known. Don’t miss our daily beer specials, karaoke and dance parties on Fridays and Saturdays. Take out orders are available, please see our web page for ou r full menu! A schedule of all our events and great par ties for the summer is on our web page and facebook! Sugar Hollow Marina Sugar Hollow Marina is where the fun begins! Our Full Service Marina offers S ki Boat, Jet Ski and Pontoon B oat rentals along with accommodations to rest your head after a great day on Norris Lake. We also have available se veral Hotel rooms and a large Lakefront house for rent. Please also feel free to inquire about our covered boat slips, catwalk, and boat lifts available for all your needs. 423-562-3466 www.SugarHollowMarina.com 16 Fun, Great Food and Good Times Sugar Hollow Marina • 610 Marina Ln. LaFollette, TN 37766 @aol.com 800-469-6527 • Fax: 423-562-0870 • E-mail: sugarhollowmarina@ 17 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:20 PM Page 18 Deerfield Resort Rentals On a Lake …In the Mountains … On a Golf Course …With an Airstrip … Exclusive and secluded on over 1000 acres, Deerfield offers a wide choice of condominiums, custom designed homes and golf villas – all within a gated community. The beauty of the resort is a blend of the mountains and lake in a woodland setting. Deerfield Resort – Norris Lake Our goal is to offer it all!! VACATION RENTALS We offer all types of vacation homes and condos starting at only $95 per day. Many units offer whirlpool baths, hot tubs, game rooms and fireplaces. All lakefront homes and lakefront condominiums have floating docks. Resort amenities include a carry-out, marina, swimming pools, playground, tennis courts and a sand volleyball court. Inside and outside boat/trailer storage are also available in Deerfield Resort. Trust your vacation to the company with experience! RENT 6 NIGHTS & YOUR 7th NIGHT IS FREE. DEERFIELD RESORT RENTALS (800) 458-8455 PRIVATE AIRSTRIP A 3200-ft. private airstrip in Deerfield is available to all homeowners and guests. NEW CONFERENCE CENTER Let us cater to your needs in our new conference center, perfect for business meetings, training, presentations, strategic planning, mediations, retreats, weddings; formal and informal events. We offer private and day offices; conference, party and training rooms. Phones, internet, catering, and other amenities are available upon request. Business offices are rented by the hour or day. CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF COURSE The Greens at Deerfield offer an 18 Hole Championship Golf Course, restaurant and a full service pro shop. Packages are available. Deerfield Resort is north of Knoxville Tennessee, less than 20 miles east from I-75 exit 134. Now booking on line – 24 hours – www.deerfieldrentals.com Relaxation and adventure are just a click or phone call away! 1233 Deerfield Way – LaFollette, TN 37766 (800) 458-8455 18 www.deerfieldresort.com Email: deerfield@highland.net 19 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:20 PM Page 20 Springs Dock Resort Everything you expect ... and more Springs Dock Resort on Norris Lake is a full service, first-class marina featuring friendly service, a restaurant on the water, gas, concrete boat launching ramp and covered slips w/electric. Visit our dock store which has all the necessities including ice, beer, groceries, fishing tackle, bait, boat accessories, lake maps, ATM, restrooms and public phone. Rentals Include: • Condos • Duplexes • Mobile Houseboats • Ski Boats • Pontoon Boats • Fishing Boats 423-562-2405 www.SpringsDock.com • E-mail: springs@ccdiwireless.net 1652 Alder Springs Road • LaFollette, Tennessee 37766 20 21 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:20 PM Page 22 Watersports on Norris Lake Photo courtesy of Bros Boards Norris Lake has become a favorite among waterskiers, wakeboarders, wakesurfers, kneeboarders and jet skiers. Thanks to an abundance of coves and corners to break the wind, the lake provides mile after mile of smooth water. Some of the best ski water anywhere, referred to as glass, can be found on the lake along with a ski course for those looking for a challenge. If you or your kids like to be p u l l e d behind a boat on a tube or other inflatable, you can always find an open part of the lake to have fun. Most marinas rent ski boats, pontoon boats, personal water crafts, skis, wakeboards, SUPs and towable tubes for that great day on the lake. 22 On Norris Lake you will see people on water skis, wakeboards, kneeboards, surfboards, trick skis, wakeskates, SUPs, air chairs, inflatable toys/tubes and even on their barefeet skiing. On YouTube you can see a video of 12 skiers being pulled behind one boat on Norris Lake. Lately you see a lot of people on Stand Up Paddleboards (SUPs), the newest trend in watersports. It’s great exercise, easy and fun for everyone, so try it out. One of the best thrills as a boater is to get someone up on waterskis or on a wakeboard for the first time. To s e e t h e smile on a kid’s face, or even an adult’s who just learned to ski or tube is a sight to see. If you do not know how to ski, ask someone at the dock. Boaters are some of the nicest people and you can almost always find someone to take the time to help you or your kids learn to ski, wakeboard or surf. Another great way to see the lake is on a personal water craft (PWC). These watercrafts are called Jet Ski’s, Wa v e r u n n e r s or Seadoos by their brand. Many of the marinas have PWCs for rent by the hour or for a full day. PWCs are a great way to explore the lake. Most PWC’s are powerful enough to pull a skier or tuber. With a very little wake to cross behind a PWC, it can be easy and a lot of fun on a ski to go back and forth. If you have never ridden one, make sure you get proper driving and safety instructions before you leave the dock. They can be a lot of fun, but if you do not know how to o p e r a t e them properly, they can be dangerous. So be safe, be smart and have a great time! 23 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:20 PM Page 24 Powell Valley Resort Accommodations at Powell Valley Resort Houseboating on Beautiful Norris Lake Where The Fun Never Stops! SUPPORT OUR TROOPS From 4-bedroom to 8-bedroom houseboat rentals available. All Luxury houseboats are completely furnished and equipped. Our 18' x 80' Atlantis has 8 separate bedrooms with queen beds, a hot tub, 2 showers, washer & dryer, fly bridge, party top & more. The 16' x 75' Elite sleeps 14 with 6 separate bedrooms, a queen sleeper/sofa, 2 showers, fly bridge and party top. Call today for available dates! New Lakefront/lakeview chalet with private dock, 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, large open deck, sleeps 14–16. Rent 3 Days, Get 1 Free Kids playground in Campground Hotel with balcony overlooking lake Watercraft rentals include pontoon, ski boat/runabout with ski tower and jon boat. Rent for a half day or all day 24 Powell Valley Resort is a full service marina, only one mile off the main highway, offering everything you need to make your Norris Lake vacation great including: • Chalet, Cabin, Lakefront Campground, Hotel and Houseboat Rentals • Full-Service Restaurant Serving Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner • Gas, Oil, Boating Supplies, Soda, Ice, Snacks and Ice Cream • Ski Boat, Pontoon Boat and Slip Rentals Powell Valley Resort Small rustic cabins 600 Powell Valley Marine Rd. LaFollette, TN 37766 423-562-5975 www.powellvalleyresort.com PowellValleyResort@comcast.net 25 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:20 PM Page 26 Float Houses on Norris Lake Photo courtesy of Flat Hollow Marina where you can rent this float house Float houses are unique to Norris Lake. They are just what the name says, floating houses. Their frames are built on a floating foundation. Some of these homes have every amenity you can think of including central heat and air, thousands of square feet, up to 2 plus stories; private boat slips and docks, hot tubs, water slides and more. Enjoy all the conveniences of home while floating on Norris Lake. The interiors are just like home with tile and hard wood floors, wall to wall carpeting, marble countertops, ice makers, washer and dryer, cable TV, internet, utility rooms, walk in closets and full size jacuzzi tubs. They range from 1 bedroom up to 4 bedrooms plus loft with 3 baths and can sleep up to 16. You can barely feel any motion when inside a float houses and you will forget you’re floating on water until your walk outside. Most floating houses are tied up on a buoy line out in the no wake section of the marina where they have water on every side. You will need a boat to get to these float houses. You can enjoy a 360 degree waterfront view, all one step from the lake. Others are moored on the marina’s cat walk so you can walk right on, or drive your golf cart right to your front door. Float houses are available for rent and for sale. Imagine a vacation home that you can pull your boat right up to the front door and park one step away. Your family and your friends can swim and fish off your front, side or back porch, all in the protected waters of a no wake harbor. Imagine a vacation on a float house, always waking to the sun rising on the water and a beautiful view just a few steps from your boat. Photo courtesy of www.norrisfloatinghome.com 26 27 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:20 PM Page 28 “The Fun Dock” Flat Hollow Marina & Resort e ervic Full S rant u Resta ons modati Accom to 400 Up y Famil n tio a in t Des end Week ent tainm Enter Flat Hollow Marina is a full-ser vice, deep water port on the main lake, open all year-round, featuring: & ings Wedd tions p Rece Experience one of our well maintained, Vacation Homes, Floating Homes or Luxury Houseboat Rentals Vacation Homes • Lakefront and Lakeview • Sleeps 2 - 20 • 1 to 6 Bedrooms • Chalets, Cabins and • • • • • 28 Houses Available Central Air and Heat Fully Equipped Kitchens Some with Hot Tubs Free Covered Slip with Vacation Home Rental See our Website to View All Our Rentals Floating Homes • 2, 3 and 4 Bedrooms • Sleeps 2 - 16 • Different Styles and • • • • Features to Choose Central Air and Heat Fully Equipped Kitchens Some Equipped with Double Decks, Hot Tubs, Large Docks, Covered Slips and Water Slides Swim and Fish off Your Front or Side Deck 80'x16' Houseboats • 7-Bedroom, Sleeps 16 • 6 Staterooms with Sinks • A Twin Bunk Bedroom • Flybridge and Wet Bar • Central AC and Heat • 18 cu. ft. Refrig/Freezer • Hot Tub and Water Slide • Ice Maker & Dishwasher • Washer and Dryer • Satellite Radio, CD Player, TV with DVD and VHS w w w.flathollow m arina.com or visit us on Faceb o o k g Boatin ries o s s e c Ac urs • Lakefront chalets, cabins and floating house rentals ual To e Virt site e S Luxury 80 ft. 7-bedroom houseboat rentals • eb on W • Pontoons, ski boats, Jet Ski rentals and accessories • Grumpy Gary’s Grille & Restaurant with Sport TV’s • Dock store with beer, snacks, gas, oil and boating accessories • Showers and laundry facilities on the dock • We can accommodate and cater your wedding and reception If you’re looking for relaxation, fun on the dock, smooth water and friendly crew members, come stay with us.We will do everything possible to make your stay a pleasant memory. If you join in on one of our theme parties, pig out at Grumpy Gary’s Grill or just like to relax, we have everything for you. We build custom floating houses/cabins. Call us for information. Directions: I-75 Exit 134 Jacksboro/Caryville; East on SR63 for 19 miles; right on Mercury Road and follow the signs for 4.3 miles. Check out our website for more picture s, information and directions. Join Us for our July 4th Weekend Fireworks! 185 Flat Hollow Dock Circle • Speedwell, TN 37870 423-562-8314 or Toll-Free 866-873-3563 29 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:21 PM Page 30 Union County Marina Kilgore’s Union County Marina Hessler Marine Service Great fishing and secluded coves on the quiet part of the lake Boat Repairs, Maintenance, Storage and Winterization, All Makes, All Models! Pontoons, Floating Houseboats, A-frames Cottage Rentals, Motel Rooms and Campground with Hook-ups Lakefront and Lakeview Building Lots For Sale Dock Store with Fishing and Boating Supplies Gas, Oil, Bait, Drinks, Ice and Snacks Located at Deerfield Marina Greg Hessler hesslermarineservice@gmail.com 30 (423) 489-5760 or (423) 494-3168 1150 Straight Branch Rd. Speedwell, TN 37870 31 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 32 9/16/13 4:21 PM Page 32 33 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:21 PM Page 34 Clinch River Area The Clinch River is the larger of the 2 rivers that make up Norris Lake. Norris Dam is on the Clinch River where the Norris Dam Marina sits. Cove Creek meets the Clinch River at the dam. The Norris Dam State Park and the Cove Creek Wildlife area border Cove Creek where the creek meets the Clinch River. Cove Creek flows from Cove Lake State Park to the dam. Along Cove Creek there are two marinas, Twin Cove Marina and Mountain Lake Marina. The Norris Dam State Park also runs along the shores of the Clinch River before you get to Sequoyah Marina, just across from where Big Creek joins the Clinch River. Big Creek flows from outside of downtown LaFollette before the Campbell County Park to the Clinch River. Indian River Marina and Whitman Hollow Marina are both located on Big Creek. Farther up the Clinch River is the Anderson County Park located where the Clinch and Powell Rivers merge at day marker #9. Stardust Marina is just around the corner up a little from day marker #9 on the Clinch River. The Clinch River twists and winds past Loyston Point (day marker #19) where the lake opens up to the widest part. On the big open lake up Mill Creek to the southwest you will find the Waterside Marina. Along the northwestern shore the Chuck Swan Wildlife Management Area borders the lake. In this wide part of the lake, there are over a dozen islands to be found. Be careful, there is also a lot of shallow areas especially up Lost Creek past the Sunset Bay community. 34 Big Ridge State Park is almost completely surrounded by Norris Lake between day markers #21 and 22 along with many secluded coves. The Big Ridge Dam overflows the park’s lake into Norris Lake. Going up the Clinch River just past the big open lake through a smaller passage and close to even more islands, Hickory Star Marina sits on the southern shore. Lakeview Marina and Beach Island Marina are further up about 10 miles around day marker #27 and the 33 bridge. Again watch your water depth through these areas to avoid hitting ground. Past the 33 bridge is Cedar Grove Marina by day marker #28. Straight Creek Dock is just around the corner before you get to Lone Mountain Shores development. Norris Landing Marina and Lone Mountain Boat Dock are between day marker #30 and 31 close to Big Sycamore Creek. Woodlake golf course is next to Lone Mountain Dock. Norris Lake continues to wind back and forth up the Clinch River for over 15 more undisturbed miles till it flows under 25E where it becomes too shallow to navigate. On some shores you may see deer, cows and horses grazing the fields and wading in the lake. 35 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:23 PM Page 36 Norris Dam Marina 36 P.O. Box 1587 • 1604 Norris Fwy. • Norris TN 37828 865-494-8138 • www.norrismarina.com Norris Dam Marina 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:23 PM Page 38 Sequoyah Marina June 29, 2013 - Full-Service Marina with Restaurant and Banquet Room - Pontoons, Runabouts and Jet Ski Rentals - Gasoline, Supplies, Snacks and Souvenirs - Shopping, Golfing and Smoky Mountains Nearby - 3 Bedroom House Available for Rent - Only 15 minutes off I-75 865-494-7984 sequoyahmarina.net 336 Lake View Lane • Andersonville, TN 37705 38 5 39 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:23 PM Page 40 Accommodations Accommodations There is always a wide variety of choices for accommodations on Norris Lake including lakefront and lakeview homes, cabins, chalets, float houses, campgrounds, hotels, condos and mobile houseboats. Some homes are in gated communities with, pools, club houses, playgrounds, airports; tennis and volleyball courts, covered slips, and g o l f c o u r s e s r i g h t o n t h e w a t e r. Campgrounds can also be found through out the lake in the state and county parks and at some marinas. Homes, cabins, condos and float houses can be rented around the lake. Luxurious lakefront and lakeview homes for rent include up to 9 bedrooms with 7 baths and covered boat slips, some in private coves with panoramic views. 40 Restaurants Restaurants Marinas can accommodate up to 400 people for weddings, reunions, parties and corporate outings. Spacious banquet facilities and catering are also available at a few of the marinas to make your next meeting, wedding, and reception or any celebration a complete success. Knoxville Airport is less than an hour away which makes Norris Lake a convenient destination for anyone traveling by air. Call for reservations today. A variety of food can be found at many of the marinas’ restaurants. You can enjoy a cooked-to-order or a buffet breakfast, soup, sandwiches, salad, pizza, BBQ ribs, chicken, seafood, steak or prime rib. Delicious desserts include pie, cheese cake, a n d o f course ice cream, all available any time of t h e d a y. There is enough variety to satisfy everyone. Restaurants on the water feature indoor/outdoor covered dining, sports bars with wide screen TV’s tuned to your favorite game, beer, mixed drinks, great ser vice and some of the friendliest people in Tennessee serving it all up. Pool tables, corn hole, darts, and shuffle-board are also offered at some marinas. Weddings and receptions are becoming more popular on the lake because of the facilities the marinas offer. Call the marinas, or check out their web sites for menus and facilities available. What a great place to celebrate anything! After dinner you can enjoy live bands, dancing, karaoke, theme parties, nightly specials and a great time on the lake. Join your friends and family for your own party at the marina. Some marinas will even close down just for your special event at certain times of the year. 41 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:23 PM Page 42 Whitman Hollow Docks 42 Whitman Hollow Marina 43 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:23 PM Page 44 Stardust Marina Voted “One Of The Top 5 Marinas in East Tennessee” Commercial Docks Double Deck Docks TVA Certified Clean Marina Dandy Docks Aluminum Docks Located just nine miles from I-75 off exit 122, Stardust Marina & lake front community is a premier recreation paradise which offers covered boat slips, boat stack storage, pontoon, ski boat and cabin rentals. Spend the day swimming, water skiing, fishing or just relax on our patio with friends and family. Our restaurant, The Harbour Grill, serves a wide variety of appetizers, sandwiches, pizza and salads, sure to please everyone. The Harbour Grill is known for “The Best Cheeseburger On Norris Lake.” Join us for “Sundown Saturday” with live entertainment on our patio. Boat Lifts We manufacture and distribute both commercial and residential boat docks, boat lifts and accessories including ML (Mighty-Lite) Aluminum Docks. We also build steel docks and can provide you with a dock in any stage for you to assemble or we will completely install for you. Call us today and let 38 us build one for your boat. roll off. ItTennessee is 6'' longer so even thePropeller longest jet skis East stay completely out of the water. Our pattened bow Our Dandydock 2 has extra bow rollers for easier Full-Service Repair stop keeps your pwc Propeller off the dock and helps protect We Have the Lowest Prices on Stainless Steel Propellers the front end from damage. Pick-up & Delivery www.etnpropeller.com Lifts & Docks 1104Boat Galway St., Knoxville, TNInc. 37917 (865) 673-8171 1-800-825-7719 www.boatliftsanddocks.com Our marina store is well stocked with apparel, sundries, beer, soda, snacks and ice cream. Where there is always great food and a party! Call now for available dates Vacation Rentals 866-494-7641 Marina 865-494-7641 Web Site www.StardustMarina.com 149 Stardust Lane • Andersonville, TN 37705 45 39 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:24 PM Page 46 Boating Safety Tips & Laws Waterside Marina As a boat owner or operator, YOU are responsible for your safety, the safety of your passengers, and the safety of other boaters. Always be aware and alert when driving. Never give your boat or PWC to an inexperienced operator – be responsible. • Know and obey the laws of the state and the rules of the lake. Visit www.state.tn.us/twra for complete boating laws and information. • Anyone born after 1-1-89 who operates a boat or PWC, without an adult aboard that was born on or before 1-1-89, must have taken and passed a Coast Guard approved boating education course and have their certificate with them. • Distribute your load evenly and never overload your boat. • Provide everyone with an appropriate size PFD before leaving the dock and have them readily available to them. • Children 12 and under must wear a Personal Flotation Device while underway. Be sure children’s PFDs fit properly. • Never follow directly behind other boats or PWCs. (Boats do not have brake lights) • Always be aware of other boats around you. Always look in all directions before starting out, turning or changing course. • Slow down before approaching docks, boats, swimmers, shore, bridges, busy areas or any object. Always maintain a safe speed depending on your surroundings. • PWCs cannot be operated between sunset and sunrise. • No Wake means Idle Speed - you are responsible for all damages from your wake. The U. S. Coast Guard asks all boat owners and operators to help reduce fatalities, injuries, property damage, and associated healthcare costs related to recreational boating accidents by taking personal responsibility for their own safety and the safety of their passengers. Essential steps include always wearing a life jacket; never boat under the influence; successfully complete a boating safety course; and get a vessel safety check annually from your local U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary or United States Power Squadrons. Come See Our General Safety Rules and Information OVERTAKING AND PASSING: A boat being passed has the right-of-way. Keep clear. MEETING BOATS HEAD–ON: Keep to the right. CROSSING: The boat on the right has right-of-way. Slow down and permit it to pass. Lake Tow 24 Hour On-Water Service Towing, Battery Jumpstart, Fuel Delivery, & Much More. Memberships Now Available! Keep Our Number On Your Boat 865-494-1321 46 www.lake-tow.com • NEW Marina We are easy to get to: • NEW Covered Slips Go to Exit 122 (Norris/Clinton) on I-75 just north of Knoxville. Take Hwy 61 East approximately 7 miles and you’re there! • NEW Restaurant • NEW Houseboat Slips Our multi-million dollar renovation is here to serve you. Waterside Marina Norris Lake Maps, Photos & Oval Stickers www.gccincy.com/norris 865-494-9649 toll-free 888-419-7502 M AR ARII NA 408 Dock Road Andersonville,Tennessee 37705 www.watersidemarinanorris.com e-mail: info@watersidemarinanorris.com 47 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:24 PM Page 48 Waterside Cove 48 Waterside Condos 49 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:37 PM Page 50 LAKESIDE Hickory Star Resort & Marina Full-Service Marina with Hotel, Campground and Swimming Pool Our Expertise on Norris Lake is unsurpassed. Let us guide you to the Real Estate Purchase of your dreams!! • Lakeside cabins for rent • Pontoons for rent • Slip Rental • Motel and Campground • Swimming Pool • Full Service Marina • General Store/Restaurant 800-235-6866 (865) 992-5241 1360 Hickory Star Rd., Maynardville TN 37807 www.hickorystar.com 44 Lake Front Homes • Lake View Mountain View • Lots or Acreage Golf Property • Community Living HICKORY STAR R E S O R T & M A R I N A 51 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager Chamber of Commerce 9/16/13 4:37 PM Page 52 Union County Beach Island Resort Marina has it all. • Norris Lake • Horse Back Riding • 3,400 Acre Big Ridge State Park • 24,000 Acre Chuck Swan WMA • Hiking • 4 Wheeling • Camping • Hunting • Biking • Explore our region and heritage over roads shaped by buffalo and where the White Lightening Trail will lead you to “Thunder Road” • Take the ferry to the community of Braden • Dine at one of the marinas accessible by water or by car • Challenge yourself to the four seasons of fishing - Crappie, Walleye, Stripper and Bass • Wander through Union County’s museum to experience the heritage of music greats Roy Acuff and Carl Smith • Home of CMA musicians, Kenny Chesney and Chet Atkins and more! Welcome For complete visitor information on Tennessee, call 1-800-GO2-TENN or log on to tnvacation.com 52 46 Chamber of Commerce www.comeherecomehome.com 53 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:37 PM Page 54 Houseboating on Norris Cedar Grove Marina and Campground Your premier destination for houseboating, water sports, cruising and fishing. Picture yourself on a luxurious houseboat with all the comforts and amenities of home, just one step from the lake. Enjoy cruising the lake, or swimming and sunbathing in your own private cove. When evening comes you can watch the picturesque sunset relaxing in your hot tub. After the sun sets, go fishing, night swimming or star gazing and watch for shooting stars. There is every size houseboat you can imagine on Norris Lake f ro m o n e b e d room to 8 staterooms with queen size beds and sinks in each and 2 full bathrooms. Amenities on houseboats can include central heat and air, fully equipped kitchens, washer and dryer, ice makers, trash compactors, dishwashers, slides, hot tubs, satellite radio, large screen TV’s with DVD and wet bars on the top deck. Houseboats are a great place for family and friends to spend a vacation for a few days, or a couple weeks. With 1 or more tied up in a cove in 40 - 100 foot deep water, houseboats make a perfect home base for friends to meet, swim, fish, party or sunbathe. There have been many weddings, bachelor parties and church services held on houseboats out in private coves. Tie up to the shore for a picnic or take a hike in the Chuck Swan Wildlife Area or one of 3 state parks or various county parks on the lake. 54 le ib ing ex ul Fl ed h Sc Reserve one of our luxury yachts for your next vacation. 2 5% D IS SC CO OU UN NTT on po n deck bo toon and with hoat rentals useb rental oat Cruising on a houseboat is a thrill because at 7-10 mph, they are easy to drive. If you are adventurous enough, a night cruise can be awesome driving by the light of a full moon. And don’t forget attending a fireworks show at one of the marinas can also be a blast. Rental houseboats are available with up to 8 bedrooms and two full baths, so bring your family and friends for the best vacation ever. Less than 30 houseboats are available for rent on the entire lake, so finding the perfect cove is as easy as driving them. Marina owners will take the time to show you how. Experience the ultimate Vacation on a houseboat. Visit the Norris Lake marinas website for more information. www.NorrisLakeMarinas.com (click on Boat Rentals/Search–Houseboats) FULL-SERVICE MARINA • New Luxury Houseboat Rentals • New Pontoon Boat Rentals • New Runabout Rentals • New Deckboat Rentals • New 3-person Waverunner Rentals • New Water Toy Rentals • New Paddle Board Rentals (SUP) • New Paddle Boat Rentals • Lakefront Park Model now available! • Tent Camping Available • Overnight, Weekly & Permanent Camping Available Cedar Grove Marina is conveniently located on beautiful Norris Lake off Rt. 33 in New Tazewell, Tennessee. We are just 40 miles north of Knoxville and 15 miles south of historical Cumberland Gap. Contact us today and get started planning your next lake get-away! 865-278-3131 or 423-526-3366 www.cedargrovemarina.com e-mail: cedargrovemarina@hotmail.com P.O. Box 716 • New Tazewell, TN 37824 55 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:37 PM Page 56 LEAVE NO TRACE Straight Creek Dock Located on Beautiful Norris Lake and in Business for Many Years Norris Lake is considered the cleanest lake in the Tennessee Valley Authority’s lake system and we want to make sure that it stays that way. When spending time on Norris Lake, please try to LEAVE NO TRACE behind. Leave No Trace, the center for the outdoor ethics, suggest seven principles to follow when enjoying the outdoors. 1. Plan Ahead and Prepare 2. Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces 3. Dispose of Waste Properly 4. Leave What You Find 5. Minimize Campfire Impacts 6. Respect Wildlife 7. Be Considerate of Other Visitors For more information about the Leave No Trace principles, call 800-332-4100 or visit www.LNT.org. Anderson, Campbell, Claiborne, Grainger and Union Counties, which surround Norris Lake, sponsor two Annual Norris Lake Clean-Ups. The 2013 dates are March 23rd and September 28th. If you would like to join the efforts, call 800-524-3602 or visit www.lakenorris.org. We Are a Full Service Marina Offering: - Pontoon & Fishing Boat Rentals - Boating & Skiing Accessories - Oil & Gas - Grocery Supplies - Hot Dogs, Pizza, Ice Cream - Campgrounds - Bait - Houseboat Spaces - Open Slips - Covered Slips with Lifts - Covered Pontoon Slips Join us for Fourth of July Fireworks! Striper Guide Service Available Located in New Tazewell, Tennessee, close to Woodlake Golf Course and the Smoky Mountains. Check our website for more information and directions. While you are enjoying your stay at Norris Lake, we will Visa, Mastercard try to accommodate you in anyway possible. Discover & American Express www.StraightCreekDock.com • email straight195@yahoo.com 423-626-5826 • (Fax) 423-526-5376 775 Straight Creek Dock Road • New Tazewell, TN 37825 56 57 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:37 PM Page 58 Area Attractions Museums Norris Landing Marina The Great Outdoors American Museum of Science and Energy Learn about leading-edge technology. (865) 576-3200 The Lenoir Museum Appalachian artifacts and a pre-dam pictorial. (865) 494-9688 Lincoln Library and Museum Abraham Lincoln and Civil War collections. (423) 869-3611 Museum of Appalachia A 65-acre working farm village with 30 cabins. (865) 494-7680 Norris Landing Marina is located in a quiet cove at the Lake Norris Landing waterfront community. Surrounded by a peaceful shoreline and gently rolling hills, it is soon to be a favorite among vacationers and RV campers. No matter what your interests are on the water, Norris Landing Marina is here to create your best vacation ever. Anderson County Park (865) 494-9352 Sports & Entertainment Carmike Movies 2 of LaFollette First run movies at a great price. (423) 562-0979 The Greens @ Deerfield 18 hole championship Golf course in Deerfield Resort. (423) 566-0040 Knoxville Zoo Experience more than 800 fascinating animals. (865) 637-5331 Tazewell Speedway A 1/3 mile oval dirt track. (423) 626-2222 Woodlake Golf Club 18 hole championship Golf course on Norris Lake. (423) 626-6010 Big Ridge State Park (865) 992-5523 Cove Lake State Park (423) 566-9701 Norris Dam State Park (865) 426-7461 Indian Mountain State Park (423) 784-7958 Clinch Mountain Winery A small, family owned winery produces over 23 wines. (865) 767-3600 Cumberland Gap National Historical Park The second largest historical park in the nation with a 4,600-foot tunnel, hiking trails and cave tours. (606) 248-2817 Cumberland Trail A 300 mile-plus scenic hiking trail providing access to stunning landscapes. (931) 456-6259 New River Scenic Railway Take a train ride in the heart of Appalachia. (423) 663-8899 River Ridge Farms Guided horseback trail rides. (865) 457-6774 Royal Blue Wildlife Management Area 53,000 acres of mountain forests with over 600 miles of roads. Off-highway vehicles (OHV’s) are allowed. (423) 566-8557 Sundquist Wildlife Management Area 74,000 acres of mountain land known as the Cumberland Forest. OHV’s are allowed. (423) 566-8557 58 We are a full service marina with 392 slips, featuring a private channel in the quiet calm waters of Norris Lake. Boat slip customers have access to city water, electricity, pump-out and other marina services. Restaurant and General Store also available. Norris Landing Marina is pleased to also offer a full service RV campground with 23 RV sites with full hook-ups. All camp sites include a 26' boat slip on a private dock. Water is also included but electrical will be extra. The RV sites are pull throughs. Campers enjoy access to marina, restaurant, Swim'n Hole, Jack Daniels Fish'n Cove and more. Jimmy's Place at Norris Landing Marina offers full service breakfast, lunch and dinner. The General Store offers tow ropes, water skis, tubes, ski vests, life jackets, boat bumpers, marine batteries, boat cleaning supplies, adhesives, oil and lube supplies, fuel and much more including cold beverages and snacks. Norris Landing Marina www.norrislandingmarina.com 1015 Marina Landing Rd • Tazewell, TN 37879 • (423) 626-1818 59 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:37 PM Page 60 Lone Mountain Marina Come And Enjoy The Beautiful Environment of East Tennessee And Norris Lake. Lone Mountain Marina offers camping, Lone Mountain Marina was established rentals, boat slip rentals, houseboat same management for 31 years. The boating, skiing, and fishing. Pontoon boat Visit the most informative and up-to-date Norris Lake website www.NorrisLakeMarinas.com East Tennessee Propeller Pick-up & Delivery www.etnpropeller.com 1104 Galway St., Knoxville, TN 37917 60 (865) 673-8171 There is a full store offering groceries, gas, fishing supplies, bait, beer, and licenses. Services include boat cleaning and boat repair. Our certified mechanic is on call, and there is a concrete launch ramp for boats. Full-Service Propeller Repair We Have the Lowest Prices on Stainless Steel Propellers buoys and campsites are also available. www.norrislakerealty.com 3175 Appalachian Hwy Ste 5 Jacksboro, TN 37757 1-800-620-LAKE "Your best source for lake property" over 60 years ago and has been under the marina is four miles east of Tazewell, 35 miles north of Knoxville, and 60 miles northwest of Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Lone Mountain Marina is adjacent to the beautiful Woodlake Golf Club, an 18-hole championship course with full pro shop. Lone Mountain Marina 325 Lone Mountain Boat Dock Ln. Tazewell, TN 37879 Phone: (423) 626-9437 www.lonemountainmarina.com E-Mail: info@lonemountainmarina.com 61 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 9/16/13 4:37 PM Page 62 Norris Lake Marina Association The Norris Lake Marina Owners Association (NLMA) is a joint effort of the Marinas Owners on Norris Lake to promote a safe and clean lake, where families and friends can come to have a great time. Our associate members help to contribute to our goal and we ask you to support them. NLMA Associate Members Claiborne County FISHING BOATING CAMPING WATERSPORTS CABIN RENTALS GOLFING Allen Heating & Air . . . . . . . . . . . 423-562-0066 Lifetime Docks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 423-566-7400 Alumadock Marine Structures . . . 800-849-5511 Marine Contractors . . . . . . . . . . . 865-426-9839 American Employer Group . . . . . . . . . . 865-216-4809 Mountain Valley Insurance . . . . . . . . . 606-546-4132 Anchor Marine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 423-562-1519 Norris Lake Cabin Rentals . . . . . . . . . . 800-883-7406 Anderson County Tourism. . . . . . 800-524-3602 NorrisLakeFrontProperties.com . 865-278-3900 Aqua Lube of KY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-861-0069 Norris Lakefront Rentals . . . . . . . 423-494-7766 Arrow Gas & Oil Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 865-483-5608 Norris Lake Pumping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 423-562-3994 BB&T Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-844-1551 Peoples Bank of the South . . . . . 423-562-4921 Campbell County Chamber . . . . . 423-566-0329 Premier Boat Lifts & Docks . . . . . 800-825-7719 CCSU Fire & Water Restoration. . . . . . 423-562-1794 RBM Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 865-524-8621 Deerfield Cove Marina . . . . . . . . 423-907-9755 Ridge Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 423-562-5454 Deerfield Resort. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-458-8455 Split Second Market. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 423-566-5505 ET Pumping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 423-437-1071 Stowers Rents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 865-218-8800 GC Cincy - Scott Dickman . . . . . . 513-721-6900 Tennessee Home Finders . . . . . . . 423-494-0084 Gray Insurance, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 423-562-3346 Tennessee Lake Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . 865-719-1202 Hessler Marine Service . . . . . . . . 423-566-0109 Thomas Docks, Inc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317-984-3797 Infintech . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 865-978-0986 Union County Chamber . . . . . . . . 865-992-2821 Lafollette Medical Center . . . . . . 423-907-1441 Wahoo Docks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 865-250-2733 LaFollette Press . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 423-562-8468 WTNQ 104.9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 423-566-1310 Lake Tow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 865-494-1321 YourNewBoat.com . . . . . . . . . . . . 866-238-6463 Bold listings indicates member support with an ad in this guide. For FREE Visitors Information CLAIBORNE COUNTY CHAMBER 800-332-8164 www.claibornecounty.com 54 Please support our associate members, without their support this guide would not be possible. To become a member, visit www.norrislakemarinas.com for an application. Membership includes: inclusion on all meeting, correspondence and activities as a non-voting member, a free listing on our website of your business including a listing on our front page streamer with phone number, discounts on Norris Lake Marina association advertising and support of our association. 63 2013 Norris Guide 64 pager 64 9/16/13 4:37 PM Page 64 Indianapolis 71 75 74 Columbus Dayton 70 65 77 Cincinnati 71 75 Charleston 64 Louisville Lexington 77 65 75 Corbin www.norrislakemarinas.com Nashville Map by Scott Dickman ©2013 135 235 300 265 135 230 285 340 Dayton, OH Gatlinburg, TN Indianapolis, IN Knoxville, TN Lexington, KY Louisville, KY Nashville, TN 285 65 340 25 150 230 175 24/45 26/50 33/58 39/68 48/76 58/83 July August September October November December Harrogate Knoxville Average Temperatures January February March April May June 25E 81 40 Norris Lake Driving Distances in Miles to Norris Dam: Asheville, NC Atlanta, GA Charleston, WV Charlotte, NC Chattanooga, TN Cincinnati, OH Columbia, SC Columbus, OH Norris Lake 75 62/87 62/86 56/80 43/69 34/58 27/48 Asheville 40 Charlotte Chattanooga 26 59 75 77 85 Atlanta Just a short drive away Columbia