10 Gorgeous Beaches In Tennessee That You Must Check Out This Summer

When it comes to summertime, there is no way it would be complete without a trip to the beach. And when we say beach here in Tennessee? We mean big body of water with sand. Sooo...lakes with sand. The most beautiful lakes you've ever seen, plus the gorgeous land of Dixie? Winning.

10) Rock Island State Park - Rock Island

Sand and water and neverending fun.

9) J. Percy Priest Lake - Hermitage

This hot spot is just outside Nashville and is QUITE the spot to cool down when you're too hot to trot.

8) Lake Barkley - Stewart & Houston Counties

This is a top spot if you're ever in middle Tennessee.

7) Big Ridge State Park - Union County

State parks are really kind on the wallet, everyone. Grab your swimsuit and a couple bucks for a cool afternoon away.

6) Dale Hollow Lake - Clay, Pickett & Overton Counties: This beautiful spot is perfect for picnics!

5) Paris Landing State Park - Buchanan

Just as stunning as its French counterpart, if you do say so ourselves.

4) Kentucky Lake - Northern Tennessee: As the largest body of water in Tennessee, this is a neat spot for you to hang out with the family and cool off this summer.

3) Old Hickory Lake - Sumner & Davidson Counties: Easy breezy to get to and fun for the whole family. Even the little ones will feel safe splashing around in this water.

2) Cordell Hull Lake - Carthage

This hidden gem is where you'll find some of the most stunning sunsets in the state.

1) Cheatham Lake - Ashland City

We can't imagine a better place to hang out with a - dare we say it? - beer and some good tunes on the radio.

Sound off, Tennesseans. Tell us about the most fantastic spots to spend your summer while having fun in the sun - our comments section? Dying for some input.