Tennessee is a great state to consider when looking for recreational property for sale. The state offers a diverse range of outdoor activities, from hiking and fishing to hunting and horseback riding, making it an ideal location for those seeking a property that offers both relaxation and adventure. The state’s temperate climate also means that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round. Also, Tennessee boasts a robust and growing tourism industry, with attractions like the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the music city of Nashville drawing millions of visitors every year. This presents an excellent opportunity for those looking to invest in recreational property, as there is a high potential for rental income through vacation rentals or leasing to hunting and fishing enthusiasts.
The state also has a relatively low cost of living compared to other states in the region, making it an attractive option for those looking for an affordable yet enjoyable place to own recreational property. With its combination of natural beauty, outdoor activities, and potential for rental income, Tennessee is an excellent choice for anyone looking to invest in a recreational property. Feel free to reach out to Mossy Oak Properties for any kind of queries or questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What hunting is available on Tennessee recreational land?
According to the 2025 and 2026 Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency hunting guides the state offers incredible deer hunting everywhere but the Western Highland Rim and the river bottoms of West Tennessee grow the absolute biggest bucks. The whitetail deer season gives hunters tons of time starting with archery in September and running all the way through the gun seasons in January. The spring wild turkey season in April is one of the best in the South with huge flocks scattered across the entire state.
Black bear hunting on the Cumberland Plateau and in the Great Smoky Mountains foothills has gotten fantastic as the bear numbers continue to grow. You can also hunt wild hogs totally legally year round on private land. Hunting doves in September shooting ducks on the big rivers or Reelfoot Lake and chasing squirrels and rabbits keeps properties fun to hunt all year long.
What fishing and water recreation does Tennessee land provide?
According to the United States Fish and Wildlife Service Tennessee has nearly 1000 miles of commercially navigable inland waterways ranking it 11th in the entire nation. The state features an unbelievable network of huge lakes. Dale Hollow Lake in Clay County constantly pumps out world record smallmouth bass. Norris Lake in Union and Campbell counties is totally fantastic for catching walleye.
Catching massive striped bass on Center Hill Old Hickory and Percy Priest lakes near Nashville is an absolute blast. The Buffalo River offers beautiful float fishing for smallmouth bass. Owning private dirt that touches any of these massive lakes or the Cumberland River system gives you some of the most valuable and fun property in the entire state.
What does recreational land cost per acre in Tennessee?
According to the 2025 USDA Land Values Summary land prices have climbed heavily so Cumberland Plateau hunting and timber dirt in White Overton Fentress and Pickett counties runs $2,000 to $5,000 per acre. West Tennessee river bottom hunting dirt in Chester Madison and Hardeman counties runs $2,500 to $6,000 per acre. East Tennessee mountain foothill hunting dirt in Monroe and McMinn counties runs $2,500 to $5,000 per acre.
Middle Tennessee recreational dirt within an hour of Nashville has skyrocketed to $4,000 to $10,000 per acre because everyone wants to live near the city. Hunters usually pay $8 to $18 per acre every single year just to lease good hunting dirt. Tennessee dirt prices have absolutely exploded faster than most Southeast states over the last five years.
