Whether you are seeking a simple, quiet evening without the children or an adventure-packed day including hiking and boating, the cities of Roane County can show the splendor of East Tennessee. This is a wonderful time for visitors to enjoy Roane County,'' said Beth Sams, vice president of tourism development. Each city has something unique to offer visitors. As the temperature rises, so does the anticipation for water activities. Visitors can enjoy boating, fishing and many other water activities on the lake during the warm spring temperatures.
Boat rentals are available at three of the area marinas.
Kingston, a city established in 1799, was built around the historic Fort Southwest Point. Visitors can view a partial reconstruction of Fort Southwest Point on its original site overlooking the Tennessee and Clinch Rivers. Visitors can travel back in time in Harriman by staying in an old Bed and Breakfast once used as a university for women and spending time at the Harriman Heritage Museum, located in the historic Temperance building. A new addition to the city of Harriman is the David Webb Riverfront Park. The park stretches along the Emory River and is the home to the Tennessee Greenway Walking Trail.