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Lakeside News
Cherokee Bay: A Lakeside Oasis
Take a moment and let’s visualize something … you’re sitting in a comfy chair as the sun shines through the windows. Outside those windows, there’s a breathtaking view of shimmering water that provides a soundtrack of gentle waves lapping on the shore. You slowly sip...
Rules of the Water: TN Lake Safety & Regulations
It’s summertime and lake season is in full swing here in Tennessee. From Douglas Lake and Cherokee Lake framed by the Smoky Mountains in East TN to Tiptonville Lake in the Western corner of the state, there are so many beautiful...
Celebrate July 4th in Jefferson County
Make the most of your extended Independence Day weekend in Lakeside of the Smokies! This year, July 4th falls on a Thursday, giving you a chance to stretch out the festivities for a full four days. There are tons of things to do in Jefferson County to celebrate the...
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Start Your Vacation
Float on the lake, drive a scenic byway, take in some history, or just enjoy the views — no matter what you’re looking to do on your Smoky Mountian vacation, Jefferson County has it for you.
Getting Here
Jefferson County, TN conveniently located just off I-40 and minutes from I-81 and I-75 and is just minutes from everything. Leave the hustle and bustle behind and experience the quieter side of the Smokies while being just down the road from Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge.