Norris Dam State Park will be hosting the first hike of the new year.  Join Ranger Trent at the Canteen to go on the Elkins trail for a 2.50-mile hike. Please wear appropriate clothing for the weather. This event is free to attend; however, please consider donating upon registration!

Celebrate the Christmas Season at Norris Dam State Park with warm drinks, live folk music, family-friendly crafts, a silent auction, a bonfire, and Santa, who is planning to visit. This free holiday event will be on Friday, December 19th, from 5:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the Lenoir Museum, Grist Mill, and Threshing Barn Complex. Parking […]

Shake off that Thanksgiving feast with a refreshing hike through Norris Dam State Park. Nature is the perfect post-turkey detox! Join Ranger Holly at the River Bluff Trailhead (off of Dabney Lane) at 9:00 am for a beautiful fall hike! Please wear appropriate footwear and bring water.  This is a free event, but donations are welcome. […]

Experience the beauty of fall on Norris Lake with scenic boat cruises. Enjoy vibrant autumn colors reflected on the water, crisp mountain air, and serene views of the surrounding mountains, making it a perfect way to relax and take in the season's charm.  Join the Norris Dam State Park Rangers at Norris Dam Marina as […]

Join us on the first Friday of October for an evening full of bluegrass music, BBQ, local craft vendors, laughter, and fun. The event begins at 5:00 p.m. and ends at 9:30 p.m., and is located on the East Side of Norris Dam State Park, in Shelter #2.

Adventure Awaits at Junior Ranger Camp! 🌲🦉 Calling all young explorers! Junior Ranger Camp at Norris Dam State Park is the ultimate outdoor adventure for kids ages 9–12. Campers will dive into hands-on learning about wildlife, plants, park history, wilderness safety, and more — all while hiking, discovering, and having a blast in the great […]

The Norris Area Trail System (NATS) managing partners are sponsoring a Mountain Bike Poker Run to raise funds to contribute to trail construction and maintenance within the trail system. This is a fun, all skills event with 15 mile and 24 mile options. Read below for all details or visit https://norrislakeproject.com/nats/poker-run/ WHEN: April 26th, 2025 […]

Each year nature presents a beautiful display of spring wildflowers. Join Park Rangers and TVA guides, at the River Bluff Trail head on Saturday, April 6th at 10:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. as we hike along the cool Clinch River where guides will acquaint us with the identification, natural history and the folklore of our spring wildflowers. Hike is moderate […]