Cosby Tennessee BEACHES & WATERFRONT ESCAPES

1. Douglas Dam Headwater Campground Swim at a sandy lakeside beach, picnic beneath shade trees, and watch boats glide by at this vibrant spot on a sprawling Smoky Mountain reservoir.

2. Cherokee Dam Reservation Relax on a grassy swimming beach with gentle lake waves and panoramic mountain scenery, perfect for sunbathing and family fun.

3. Panther Creek State Park Dip into a sandy beach on Cherokee Lake, framed by wooded hills and offering a lively mix of swimming, picnicking, and lakeside adventure.

4. Nolichucky River Recreation Area Wade into riverside beaches with mountain vistas—ideal for swimming, paddling, and wildlife spotting along the scenic Nolichucky.

5. Rankin Bottoms Wildlife Management Area Explore remote lakeshore beaches for swimming, birdwatching, and soaking in wild beauty where the French Broad meets Douglas Lake.

6. Indian Boundary Recreation Area Enjoy a family-friendly sand beach on a scenic mountain lake, with swimming, fishing, and a lakeside trail through the Cherokee National Forest.

7. Big Ridge State Park Make a splash on a large sand beach beside a tranquil wooded lake, perfect for swimming, picnics, and summer relaxation.

8. Watts Bar Lake Recreation Area Swim and sunbathe along gentle beaches with broad lake views at this popular spot for boating, fishing, and family outings.

9. Melton Hill Park Lounge on grassy lakeside beaches and take a refreshing dip in the cool waters of this peaceful park along Melton Hill Lake.

10. Fort Loudoun State Park Unwind on a sandy swimming beach set against the backdrop of a historic fort and mountain lake, with picnic areas and nature trails nearby.