Tellico Lake

A Sought-After Location

Tellico Lake stretches 33 miles along the Little Tennessee River into the mountains of East Tennessee and is home to several upscale lakefront communities, neighborhoods, and marinas. The lake has 357 miles of shoreline and 15,560 acres of water surface.

The Tennessee Valley Authority has banned all development for residential use on the properties surrounding Tellico Lake that have not already been sold. The ban makes properties being developed along the lake now prime real estate in East Tennessee.

Close to an Assortment of Amenities

Tellico Lake is located about 30 miles southwest of Knoxville, which includes Fort Sanders Medical Center and the University of Tennessee. The Mcghee Tyson Airport lies between Knoxville and Maryville, another charming city.

Also unique is the lake's location along a chain of lakes connecting to the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway that travels down to the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean.

Life At Tellico Lake

Tellico Lake offers year-round recreation including boating, fishing, waterskiing, jet skiing, swimming, camping, public parks, public lake access areas, and much more. Tennessee's mild four-season climate makes it possible to boat throughout the year.

The lake area boasts a variety of hiking trails, many of which are found within Fort Loudon State Historic Park. The East Lakeshore Trail winds 15 miles along the waters of Tellico. It is broken up into five smaller trails for shorter adventures.

Golf Tellico Village features three world-class golf courses designed by Ault, Clark & Associates. The courses host a variety of tournaments along with classes and clinics. The Toqua Sports Bar & Grill serves burgers, flatbreads, salads, fish and chips, and more.

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a short distance from Tellico Lake. In the Smokies, you are promised picturesque landscapes, wildlife sightings, and feelings of serenity.

Visit Knoxville

The nearby area of Knoxville is bustling with an abundance of activities and sights for residents and visitors.

The Knoxville Zoo is one very popular attraction. Here, guests can see a variety of exotic animals, including red pandas and Malayan tigers.

Another popular attraction is the Star of Knoxville Riverboat, where guests can take a riverboat tour with beautiful sights, enjoy an on-deck dinner, and even host parties.

A Wonderful Home

With no more properties being built around Tellico Lake, it will remain the natural splendor it is today. Purchase a property on the lake to always have a piece of Tennessee’s most scenic region.