Cherokee Marina & Grill serves as riverfront hub north of Parsons

Cherokee Marina & Grill operates as a full-service riverfront business north of Parsons on the Tennessee River, offering fuel, dockage, on-site food service and RV/overnight camping for boaters and visitors. The facility functions as a primary local contact for river recreation and a practical staging point for trips into the Parsons/Decatur County river corridor.

Located at 1748 Cherokee Heights Road in the Sugar Tree area, the marina supports routine needs for anglers, pleasure boaters and transient cruisers with fuel and slips, plus a grill and food truck for on-site meals. The site also accepts overnight RV guests, which expands its reach beyond boats to road-based visitors who add to local lodging and dining demand. For reservations or questions, the marina can be reached at 731-847-3625 (also listed as 731-847-DOCK).

The marina is one of several riverfront businesses and outfitters anchoring the county’s waterside economy. Those businesses collectively sustain fishing, boating and tourism activity that funnels visitors through Parsons and neighboring communities. As a multi-service operation that bundles fuel, dockage and food, Cherokee Marina & Grill reduces friction for visitors planning day trips or longer stays on the Tennessee River, making Decatur County easier to access for out-of-area anglers and family boaters.

Market implications for the local economy are straightforward. Fuel and dockage generate recurring revenue streams tied to river traffic, while food service and RV overnighting capture additional visitor spending that circulates through nearby restaurants, stores and service providers. By serving as a visible contact point for river recreation, the marina helps funnel tourism demand toward county businesses that depend on seasonal and weekend visitor flows.

For local residents and regular river users, Cherokee Marina & Grill fills a practical role: fueling boats, providing slips and offering on-site meals without a long drive back into Parsons. The combination of services also supports emergency planning for boaters and contributes to safety by concentrating fuel and docking resources in a known location.

As Tennessee River activity continues through the season, Cherokee Marina & Grill at 1748 Cherokee Heights Road and 731-847-3625 remains a convenient first call for planning trips, securing dockage and connecting with Decatur County’s riverfront offerings.