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Make Parksville Lake (Lake Ocoee) the heart of your trip. Explore the adventure, plan your day, then find a nearby basecamp.
Benton, TN· Ocoee River
Also called Lake Ocoee, Parksville sits along the Ocoee Scenic Byway with forest-service campgrounds, sandy beaches, and easy paddling under steep ridges.
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Cherokee National Forest mountain lake on the Ocoee, with swim beaches and a scenic byway. Here's the quick version — when to go, how long to plan, what it costs and how to fit it into a full day near Benton.
Morning
Arrive early at Parksville Lake (Lake Ocoee) — easier parking, cooler temps and softer light.
Midday
Head to Ocoee River Tubing (Deer Park) (about 5 straight-line miles away; check directions for the drive).
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Add Ocoee Scenic Byway (US-64) (about 7 mi away) before dinner.
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Dinner in Benton, then back to a stay close by so tomorrow starts without a long drive.
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Also called Lake Ocoee, Parksville sits along the Ocoee Scenic Byway with forest-service campgrounds, sandy beaches, and easy paddling under steep ridges.
Travelers come to Parksville Lake (Lake Ocoee) for cherokee national forest mountain lake on the ocoee, with swim beaches and a scenic byway.. Late spring through early fall is the most popular window, but the experience rewards visits across multiple seasons. It's a strong family pick — accessible for most ages and easy to combine with other stops nearby. Photographers favor early light and quieter weekday mornings, and the location pairs naturally with other lakes & rivers stops in the region.
Within an easy drive you'll find Hiwassee River, Ocoee River, Ocoee River Rafting, Ocoee Scenic Byway (US-64). Most travelers build a long weekend around two or three experiences plus a town for dinners — pair Parksville Lake (Lake Ocoee) with the closest ones below for a full itinerary.
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