Oak Ridge Marina

Oak Ridge Marina offers boat ramp access to Melton Hill Lake on the Clinch River in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. The facility features two ramps—one below and one above Melton Hill Dam—providing access to both Melton Hill Reservoir and Watts Bar Reservoir downstream. This location is ideal for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters looking to explore the wider, calmer waters of the reservoir system.

The Clinch River is a major waterway (Stream Order 8) with significant flow averaging 6,831 cubic feet per second. Melton Hill Lake itself offers relatively stable water conditions compared to the river's natural state, making it suitable for paddlers of various skill levels. The surrounding area features scenic roads popular for walking, jogging, and biking, adding to the recreational appeal of the site.

For visitor information and directions, contact the Oak Ridge Visitor Center at (865) 482-1942. The center is located within the Children's Museum of Oak Ridge at 461 W. Outer Dr. Note that ADA accessibility is not currently available at this facility. Plan ahead, as visitor center services are limited on Sundays.

The Oak Ridge Visitor Center is located within the Children's Museum of Oak Ridge. Here you are able to speak with National Park Service rangers, watch a short film on the Manhattan Project, and get literature on Manhattan Project-related historic sites throughout Oak Ridge. Visitor Center services are limited on Sundays, but brochures, maps, and site films are available.