The Tennessee River is the recreation area for middle and west Tennessee attracting thousands of visitors each year.  Kentucky Lake was developed as part of an ambitious project by the Tennessee Valley Authority to produce electric power, provide flood control, navigation and recreation on the Tennessee River.  It is the nation’s fifth largest river system.  

The river is also a direct route to the Gulf of Mexico through the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway System.  These waters provide unsurpassed recreation opportunities for those who visit.  Whether you like to go boating, fishing, water skiing, hiking, camping or relax and enjoy the view, this is the place for you.