Reelfoot Lake

A breathtaking natural lake in Tennessee, where bald cypress trees and bald eagles reign over serene waters.

About Reelfoot Lake

Reelfoot Lake is a shallow natural lake located in the northwest corner of Tennessee, spanning Lake and Obion Counties. Its unique swamp-like environment features bayou-style ditches, open basins like the Blue Basin, and ancient bald cypress trees rising from the water. It's also home to majestic nesting bald eagles.

Location

Lake & Obion Counties, Tennessee, USA

Type

Sag Pond

National Landmark

Designated in 1965

Discover the Wonders

Explore Reelfoot Lake State Park, established to preserve the lake's beauty and its vibrant ecosystem. South of the lake lies Lake Isom, a National Wildlife Refuge, protecting an equally beautiful but quieter natural habitat.

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