In Tullahoma, Tennessee, Woods Reservoir sits within Arnold Air Force Base. This 3,980 acre lake sits between Nashville and Chattanooga in the southern part of the state. Woods Reservoir is fed by the Elk River and was created when the U.S. Corps of Engineers built the Elk Dam in 1952. While a smaller lake with only about 75 miles of shoreline, Woods Reservoir still provides plenty of opportunities to enjoy oneself.

Surrounding Woods Reservoir is more than 30,000 acres of Wildlife Management Area. This land plus Woods Reservoir are managed by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency. This area creates a great space for anyone who enjoys the outdoors to take advantage of. The reservoir is considered to be one of the top three lakes in the entire state of Tennessee for crappie fishing. Woods Reservoir is definitely an outdoorsman's dream. While fishing is an extremely popular activity at Woods Reservoir, there are also many areas designated for hunting. With extremely quiet water, Woods Reservoir provides a great retreat for anyone in the Tennessee woods.

Two of the more popular attractions nearby include Arnold Air Force Base and the Arnold Engineering Development Center (AEDC). Both sites were named after General "Hap" Arnold, also nicknamed "The Father of the Air Force." The AEDC is considered to house the largest and most advanced flight simulation test facilities in the entire world. With so many unique technologies under one roof, a tour of the center is a must-see if you are in the area.

With the surrounding communities of Manchester, Tullahoma, and Winchester and being located within driving distance of both Nashville and Chattanooga, Woods Reservoir provides plenty of opportunities to enjoy the best that Tennessee has to offer. As a quieter retreat in the woods, it is no wonder that many visitors eventually become residents of Woods Reservoir. The real estate surrounding this lake offers both rental property for vacation and many permanent homes. With many beautiful waterfront sites available, Woods Reservoir provides a unique getaway to relax and enjoy the scenic surroundings. This lake is and will remain one of the true gems of Tennessee.

Communities: Decherd, Estill Springs, Manchester, Monteagle, Sewanee, Shelbyville, Winchester