Quiet water, winding roads, wildlife, and neighbor knowledge — more lodge handbook than glossy brochure.
Formed in 1966 by damming Flat Creek — about 52.5 acres at ~2,008 ft. Expect quiet recreation: fishing, swimming, kayaks and electric motors where rules allow. Pavilion and beach access typically require current membership; they are not a public city park.
Blount County Fire Station #8 sits on the east shore of the lake (Flats Road). Always dial 911 for emergencies. Confirm your address is correct in the county 911 system.
Black bears are part of living next to the national park landscape. Secure trash, do not leave pet food outside overnight, never feed wildlife.
The community is relatively isolated. The Foothills Parkway is the corridor school buses can use; other approaches can be steep and winding. Stock essentials before storms, fog, ice, or heavy visitor seasons in the Smokies.
Lots are wooded; homes range from modest 1970s cabins and A-frames to larger modern builds. Many properties use private wells and septic. Architectural or exterior rules may apply — check covenants before decks, outbuildings, or color changes.
Fees and amenity rights vary by lot and association. Confirm with your title packet, village trustee, and (for lake/pavilion) official TOWLA materials.
Some homes operate as overnight rentals. Guests should respect quiet hours, trash rules, and membership-only lake areas.
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