Four true seasons. More than 56,000 acres for recreation. And 700 miles of Watts Bar Lake shoreline waiting on your next venture.
Roane County has four true seasons with mild temperatures, making it a year-round recreation paradise. More than 700 miles of shoreline on Watts Bar Lake includes three tributaries — the Clinch, Emory and Tennessee — navigable all the way to the Gulf of Mexico.
With water, bluffs and vistas on the plateau, the Black Oak Ridge Conservation Area and a large number of Wildlife Management Areas, Roane County is the perfect setting to support adventure tourism businesses of every size.
Miles of shoreline on Watts Bar Lake
State-certified adventure tourism districts with tax incentives that drive business growth
Conveniently located waterfront parks
Five state-certified districts: the Rockwood waterfront; Roane County Park, Caney Creek and the Tamke-Allan Observatory; Riley Creek Campground; Kingston's entire waterfront; and Harriman, including Riverfront Park and the Tennessee Medieval Faire site.
With 39,000 acres of fun, Watts Bar Lake is a spectacular location for boating, paddling and all types of water sports. Fishermen, from beginners to champions, love Watts Bar year round.
Paint Rock WMA sits adjacent to Watts Bar Lake for boating and wildlife viewing. Mount Roosevelt WMA offers 11,000 acres of hiking and one of the highest overlooks in the Cumberlands.
“One of the reasons retirement growth has been significant in the Roane County area is not only the lake and proximity but the entire quality of life our community has to offer.”
Ready to move where it matters? Let us help you find the right location, incentives and partners to grow your adventure tourism business in Roane County, Tennessee.
