Big Ridge State Park

Big Ridge State Park

Parks Directory of the United States / State Parks / Tennessee

Location:On the southern shore of Norris Reservoir, approximately 25 miles north of Knoxville.
Facilities:50 campsites, group camp, backcountry campsites, 19 cabins, bathhouses, picnic areas, snack bar, hiking trails, boat rentals, boat launch, dock, recreation hall, game courts, playground, gift shop, laundry.
Activities:Camping, swimming, boating, water-skiing, fishing, hiking, biking, tennis, interpretive programs.
Special Features:This heavily forested park lies along the southern shore of the Tennessee Valley Authority's Norris Reservoir. The park was one of five demonstration parks developed by the TVA, and remnants of the homes and farms that existed here before that can still be seen along the trails.
Address:1015 Big Ridge Rd
Maynardville, TN 37807
Phone:865-992-5523
Web: www.state.tn.us/environment/parks/bigridge
Size: 3,687 acres.

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