About Chickamauga Lake

Conveniently located 20 miles northeast of Chattanooga, Chickamauga Lake is a reservoir formed by the Tennessee and Hiwassee River. It was built in 1940 and has 784 miles of shoreline. It is 682 feet above sea level at full pool. Bordering Rhea, Meigs, and Hamilton counties, it has 36,240 acres of surface area.

The lake gets its name from a tribe of Native Americans who broke away from the Cherokee in the 1700s.

Chickamauga Lake Life

Chickamauga Lake has 2 state parks, 2 county parks, 4 municipal parks and 2 wildlife centers.

While its main species of sport fish include bluegill, white crappie, white bass, channel catfish, blue catfish, and sauger, record largemouth bass have also been caught in this lake.

With more nearly 36 public boat launches and marinas, picnic and camp sites, there is something different to do every for everyone.

Don't own a boat? No problem! Visit Harbor Lights Marina for day-use boat rentals! Want to hop off the water and find a bite to eat? Dock up at Lakeshore Marina and head over to their Lakeshore Grille for some sake tuna lollipops and almond grouper, topped with white grape sauce. 

Chattanooga-area Activities

Whether you're off the water because of the weather, or just want a change of pace for the day, there's plenty of things to do within only a few miles of Chickamauga Lake.

Nearby Chattanooga - Also known as the Scenic City and GIG City - has been twice named Outside Magazine’s “Best Town Ever” and is the best city for adventurous families.

Visit the Chattanooga Zoo, or catch a baseball game with the Chattanooga Lookouts. 

Tour the caves at Racoon Mountain Caverns, or take a leisurely stroll through the 4,100-foot Enchanted Trail at the Rock City. 

Other Chattanooga-area attractions include the Creative Discovery Museum, the Southern Belle River Ride, Ruby Falls and the Tennessee Aquarium.

Your Next Lake Home Away From Home

No matter what you are looking for, whether it's a day spent relaxing, taking in what Mother Nature has to offer, or a day jam packed with adventure, you will always find what you're looking for at Chickamauga Lake.

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