Is Douglas Lake close to Gatlinburg?

Douglas Lake is located north of Sevierville, about a 45-minute to 1-hour drive from downtown Gatlinburg, depending on traffic.

Can you swim in Douglas Lake?

Yes, swimming is popular in the lake. Many visitors swim from their rented pontoon boats or at designated public swimming areas.

Are there boat rentals available?

Yes, several marinas around the lake offer pontoon, jet ski, and fishing boat rentals. Advance reservations are highly recommended in summer.

What kind of fish are in Douglas Lake?

The lake is known for excellent crappie and largemouth bass fishing, along with bluegill, catfish, and sauger.

Is Dandridge worth visiting?

Absolutely. As the second oldest town in Tennessee, Dandridge offers a charming historic downtown with unique shops, local dining, and beautiful architecture.

Does Douglas Lake have a commercial strip?

No, the lake area is much more residential and rural compared to Pigeon Forge. Dining and shopping are spread out, primarily in Dandridge and near the marinas.

Douglas Lake Area Guide | Things to Do, Restaurants, and Insider Tips

Attractions

Things to do off the water

When you are not on the lake, explore the historic sites of Dandridge, visit local distilleries, or take a short drive to nearby wineries. The Bush's Beans Visitor Center is a unique, family-friendly stop just a short drive away.

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Douglas Lake

About Douglas Lake & Dandridge

Top Things to Do at Douglas Lake

Rent a Pontoon

Explore Historic Dandridge

Bush's Beans Visitor Center

Jet Ski on the Lake

Mossback Distilling Co.

Dandridge Brewing Company

Lakeside Dining at Cowboy's

Patriot Hills Golf Course

Restaurants & Dining

101 Sky Lounge

Alamo Steakhouse

Alleyway Coffee

Applewood Farmhouse Grill

Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant

Asian Cafe LLC

Asian Yummy

Aubrey's Sevierville

Aunt Granny's Restaurant

Auntie Anne's at The Island

Bakery and Desserts by Gracie

Bennett's Pit Bar-B-Que

Best Italian on the Parkway

Better Batter Cakes

Big Daddy's Pizzeria

Blackberry Mountain Firetower Restaurant

Blue Moose Burgers & Wings

Bob's Lemonade

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.

Buddy's bar-b-q - Sevierville

Bullfish Grill

Burg Steakhouse

Bush's Family Cafe

Bustin' Butts BBQ

Byrd's Famous Cookies

Captain's Galley

Carmelcorn Shoppe

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

Cherokee Grill

Chesapeake's Seafood and Raw Bar

Chesapeake's Seafood & Raw Bar

Chesapeake's Seafood House

Chill Bar at Margaritaville Island Hotel

China 1 Dandridge

Chubby's Deli

Chubby's Restaurant

Cielito Lindo

Cinnabon at The Island

Cliff Top Restaurant at Anakeesta

Company Distilling

Connor's Steak & Seafood

Cookie Dough Monster - Burgers & Shakes

Corky's Ribs & BBQ

Cowboys Bar and Grill at Lakeside

Crockett's Breakfast Camp

Cruze Farm Ice Cream - Sevierville

Crystelle Creek Restaurant

D & S Cafe and Gift Shop

Daiquiri Shack & Grill Margaritaville

Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro

Dandridge Brewing Company

Dead End BBQ

Delauder's BBQ

Dick's Last Resort - Gatlinburg

DO Scratch Made Pizza & Pasta

Down The Shore

Dude's Daiquiris

El Ancla Seafood Restaurant

El Machete Mexican Bar and Grill

El Paraiso Restaurant

El Paso Mexican Restaurant

El Sazon Mexican Restaurant

El Soñador Mexican Restaurant

Fins Bar & Chill

Firefly Cove

Five Oaks Farm Kitchen

Flapjack's Pancake Cabin

Forest Grove Cafe