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 DOUGLAS LAKE 
Douglas Lake is one of the largest, most pristine and uncrowded lakes
in the entire Smoky Mountains area. It is one of the last lakes of its kind
so close to a medium-sized city anywhere in the United States. Recent
zoning changes have limited the size and scope of future developments.
Douglas Lake is fed by the French Broad River and Nolichucky River, both
of which originate in the mountains of North Carolina and Tennessee.
The major tourist towns of Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, and Gatlinburg are
located within a short drive of the lake. Douglas Lake has over 550 miles
of shoreline and is 43.1 miles long, with a maximum depth of 140 feet.
Harbor Crest is located on the northern shoreline of Douglas Lake offering
some of the best lake and mountain vistas anywhere. Douglas Lake is a
sportsman’s paradise renowned for its fine fishing and great recreational boating. Water skiing,
wakeboarding, or just casually relaxing by our exquisite olympic pool on a summer day are a few of
the great benefits of this unique lakefront property. There are even fine restaurants you can boat to
for a relaxing night out.
 THE GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS The views and hiking possibilities are endless in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park which is only a short drive from your front door. There's a million reasons why these mountains are the most visited ones in the nation and you'll enjoy exploring every one of them. This unique natural treasure is on seen from your windows and is there for you year round with some of the most majestic views this side of the Mississippi. The national park encompasses 800 square miles in the states of North Carolina and Tennessee. 95 percent of the Smoky Mountains National Park is forested. The drive acrossthe mountains on US 441 is relaxing and invigorating at the same time. Numerous hiking trails and stunning views will put you back in touch with nature. Favorite activities include hiking, mountain-biking, trout fishing, rafting, hot air ballooning, bird watching and nature tours. National Park - June 15, 1934International Biosphere Reserve - 1976World Heritage Site - December 6, 1983
FISHING If fishing is a favorite past time, you won’t find friendlier waters in which to cast your line than beautiful Douglas Lake. The lake is renowned for its Large Mouth Bass and Crappie. Other popular sports fish species include White Bass, Sauger, Black Crappie, Striped Bass, Spotted Bass, Walleye, Blue Cat, Flat Head Catfish, Channel Catfish, Red Horse, Red Breast Sunfish and Bluegill. Douglas Lake is rated one of the top five Crappie fishing lakes in the nation, also in the top 10 in the nation for Large Mouth B ass. It is host of numerous bass fishing tournaments throughout the year. |