3. Reelfoot Lake
Reelfoot Lake State Park is located close to Kentucky and Arkansas in northwest Tennessee. Despite its remote location, Reelfoot Lake deserves your attention. For one thing, the 18,000-acre body of water is the largest natural lake in Tennessee. In other ways, this shallow lake is like no other in the state. It was created by earthquakes that occurred more than 200 years ago and caused a backflow of the Mississippi River. Huge, bald cypress trees, some of which are partially submerged, rise out of the lake and its bayous.
4. Cherokee Lake
This picturesque lake was created by damming the Holston River. Cherokee is a vast island-studded lake with recreational amenities to match, such as pontoon boating and fishing. Enjoy what it has to offer by visiting the boat launches, going for a picnic, hiking the trails, and mountain biking. Beside the Cherokee Dam Campground, discover a sand beach. For a more in-depth experience of the lake, go camping at Panther Creek State Park or Cherokee Dam Campground. Cabins and vacation homes are also available for rent.
