Meads Quarry — Attraction in Knoxville

This is my happy place. There is kayak and paddle for rent. On weekends they sell food. No allows alcoholic drinks unless is sell by some of the approved vendors.-During summer water temperature is perfect. There is restrooms, there is signs everywhere to lock your car and do not leave any valuables. I did not have any problems with my stuff the times I left them close to the piers but for my own peace of mind I bought a dry bag-permeable container. If you can’t swim bring some floaters, there is not life guards. Everyone is respectful of other’s space, enjoying themselves. Dog friendly, on the other side of the lake there is picnic area. Some people left their trash behind so bring a garbage bag to take some of the trash to help keeping this place clean-I do-. If you visit do not trash it, we have less and less beautiful free places like this. Parking cost 5 dollars for the day. They close at 8:00 pm, I see most people leaving at 7pm. Get early if you want to find a good...

It's a fun place to swim and float around for hours. There's no lifeguard so swim at your own risk. Parking can be hard to find so I highly recommend arriving early to get a closer spot unless you're fine with a walk. They also rent out paddle boards and kayaks.

Make sure you don't leave any valuables in the vehicle and to keep a close eye of your bags since there are a lot of signs saying there has been a string of people coming up, taking your bags, and getting into your car. Or just breaking into your car in general. Haven't had any of that happen yet but on occasion some sketchy individuals will walk around. With that said it's a wonderful place to...

Far from a fun and family friendly place to swim and play. There was so much smoking (cigarettes, and pot) so many drunk people, so much trash and open containers of alcohol. Not mention the intense crowds and the level of lawlessness. Everyone was causing a ruckus, shouting, shoving, blocking the boardwalk, blaring vulgar music, etc. I dont know how anyone could appreciate the nature much less the company of those...