Boone Lake

Located in Washington County and Sullivan County, Tennessee

Boone Lake is 4,520 acres of relaxing waters and beautiful scenery. The lake has an average depth of 44 feet with 131 miles of shoreline. While there are lots to do in the area surrounding Boone Lake. You can go an hour and 30 minutes down the road to Knoxville, which is filled with new and exciting adventures.

Lake Life

With so much water to explore, Boone Lake is a major boating attraction. Water sports like skiing, tubing, and wake surfing are just as popular. Several marinas around the lake provide rentals, storage, and other services. There is a no wake zone within 300 feet of any commercial boat docks and within 50 feet of any divers-down flags.

Boone Lake is great for fishing year-round! Common fish include bass, crappies, and catfish. The lake also hosts multiple bass fishing tournaments throughout the year.

What to Do

When you are ready to get away from the water for a few hours, there are a ton of activities to explore. Only 20 minutes from Boone Lake, Appalachian Caverns is a chance to go under the surface and see unique rock forms. The cavern includes a gem mine to search for the prettiest of stones and campsites to spend a little bit more time with the rocks. Whether you're an avid explorer or just want to see something new, Appalachian Caverns will give joy to even the biggest rock enthusiast.

After boating and floating all day in the lake, you’re going to want good food to complete the day. Tennessee is known for its amazing food on every corner. If you take a 10-minute drive down the road, you will find a local favorite, Taste Budz. This mom-and-pop restaurant knows how to make traditional southern meals the right way. An inviting outdoor atmosphere with a small-town eatery feels, Taste Budz is one that you can not pass up when living on Boone Lake.

Hospitals and Airports

Johnson City Medical Center is 15 minutes from Boone Lake and is open 24 hours a day. Tri-Cities Airport is 25 minutes away from the lake and offers domestic flights.

Life on Boone Lake

Boone Lake is the best place to start a new life with a new view that never ends.