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5 LOCAL LOCATIONS & OVER 45 BOATS

Welcome to Carefree Boat Club of Tennessee

Welcome to Carefree Boat Club of Tennessee, the premier membership boat club serving both Southeast and East Tennessee! Why buy or rent a boat when you can enjoy a variety of premium brand boats as often as you like—without any of the time-consuming responsibilities of boat ownership? With five convenient locations across the state, you’ll have access to some of Tennessee’s most scenic waterways. Whether you're cruising rivers, exploring peaceful lakes, or enjoying time on the water with friends and family, our club is designed to maximize your boating experience. Plus, as a member, you get reciprocal access to all of our locations, ensuring endless boating adventures across the region and beyond.

Boone Lake

South Holston Lake

Watauga Lake

Cameron Harbor

Harbor Lights Marina

639 Rockingham Rd

Johnson City, TN 37615

992 Lakeview Dock Rd

Bristol, TN 37620

2285 US-321

Hampton, TN 37658

721 Latitude Cir

Chattanooga, TN 37402

9718 Hixson Pike

Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379

140+

Locations

7500+

Members

Only the Benefits of Boating

Enjoy all the benefits of boating for a fraction of the cost. Membership is priced at approximately one-third of traditional ownership, giving you access to a premium fleet without having to deal with insurance, slip fees, taxes, towing, winterization, repairs, or cleaning.

Unlimited Usage

Use the boats as often as you would like with no additional cost. Our online reservation system allows you to pick the day, time, boat and Carefree location...easily.

Large Variety of Boats

The variety and quality of our vessels are unmatched in the boat club space. Whether you're into fishing, watersports, or leisurely cruising, we have the perfect premium boat ready for your next adventure - from pontoons and cruisers to deck boats and center consoles.

Great Availability

Our strict 10:1 member-to-boat ratio means great availability, and with our simple online system, booking takes just a few clicks. Show up, step aboard, and go have fun!

Explore the Most Beautiful Waterways

Members have access to all US and Canada locations. Experience the member benefit of reciprocity at any of our clubs, from sea to shining sea!

On-the-Water Training

Every Carefree Boat Club member receives best-in-class training from our NSBC-certified captains, ensuring they are safe and confident boaters — from the moment they leave the dock to the moment they return.

OUR FLEET

Sample Fleet From Tennessee

Cobalt CS3 Surf

Chaparral 21

Venture 2385 EL

Aria 24 QC

Crownline 220 Surf

Avalon Catalina 2585 CR FS

TESTIMONIALS

Why Our Customers Love Us!

– John F.

"My wife and I have been members for several years and COULD NOT BE HAPPIER! I've been around boats my whole life, owned several, my brother has owned boats, we've rented boats and this is the best deal."

– Kathleen R.

"The boat club and the dock staff are great. I am always able to reserve a boat when needed. There are locations galore so the reciprocal reservations are awesome!"

– Olga M.

"Have the experience of owning a boat without really owning it. Take a boat from a fleet of about 10 of them and enjoy cruising. Then no worries about cleaning or maintaining or paying for a boat slip."