Northeast Tennessee · Gray

Outdoor living in Gray.

Gray's outdoor advantage is choice. Residents can reach Boone Lake for an afternoon on the water, enjoy scenic country roads and quickly connect with parks and trail systems across the Tri-Cities. It is a practical basecamp for people who want breathing room without feeling removed.

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Boats and a marina on Boone Lake at sunset

BOONE LAKE RECREATION

Close to Everything. Closer to the Outdoors.

Boat, paddle, fish or simply slow down along one of the Tri-Cities' defining waterways. Country living, Boone Lake days and trail access—positioned between Johnson City and Kingsport.

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COUNTRYSIDE CYCLING & RUNNING

Countryside cycling & running. Right here at home.

Rolling roads and pastoral scenery make everyday miles feel distinctly Appalachian. In Gray, outdoor access is not simply something to save for a vacation—it can become part of an ordinary week.

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People collecting litter along a wooded lakeshore at sunset

More ways to get outside

Trails. Rivers. Back roads. Endless possibilities.

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Boone Lake marina and boats at sunset

Boone Lake recreation

Boat, paddle, fish or simply slow down along one of the Tri-Cities' defining waterways.

Cyclists and walkers on a wooded trail overlooking the mountains

Countryside cycling & running

Rolling roads and pastoral scenery make everyday miles feel distinctly Appalachian.

A calm river surrounded by colorful autumn trees

Regional trail access

Use Gray as a central launch point for Bays Mountain, Winged Deer Park and Johnson City's trail network.

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MAKE GRAY HOME

Outdoor access isn't a getaway here. It's part of everyday life.

I tell buyers that Gray's outdoor story is less about one headline attraction and more about its location. You can choose a quieter, more spacious setting and still reach lakes, trails, shopping, healthcare and two city centers with relative ease. Whether you're looking for a home near the water, a mountain retreat or a property with room to explore, I can help you find the right place in Gray.

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