3. Douglas Headwater Public Swimming Beach
Douglas Headwater Public Swimming Beach is the place to cool off after your hot and dusty day of touring attractions in and around Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It’s the designated swimming area on Douglas Lake that comes with a small beach and boat ramp. Whether you’re a day tripper or a camper, enjoy views of the beach and 28,000-acre Douglas Lake across to the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains.
4. Anderson Beach on Percy Priest Lake
Anderson Beach on Percy Priest Lake is close to Nashville—within 16 miles—and beach time is a popular getaway from the city during hot summer days. This beach in the Anderson Road Recreation Area is the best strand on the 14,000-acre lake and conveniently located along the west side when coming from downtown.
