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Pontoon Boats for Sale in Knoxville, TN

Pontoon boats are the most popular vessel on East Tennessee lakes for good reason: they deliver comfortable, stable deck space for groups of every size, from a quiet couple's sunset cruise on Tellico Lake to a packed family reunion floating off one of Fort Loudoun's sandy points. The flat-water conditions of Knoxville's TVA reservoirs are tailor-made for pontoons, providing smooth rides even when afternoon boat traffic picks up. At Premier Watersports' West Knoxville showroom, our pontoon selection includes brands like Sylvan and StarCraft in layouts ranging from compact fishing-oriented tri-toons to full-size entertainment platforms with wet bars, upgraded stereo systems, and plush lounge seating. Modern pontoons are far more capable than the slow party barges of decades past — today's triple-tube models plane quickly, handle confidently at speed, and even support tubing and light watersports. Knoxville families especially love the versatility. Launch at one of Fort Loudoun's many public ramps in the morning, anchor in a cove for swimming and lunch, then cruise to a lakeside restaurant for dinner. With Tellico, Melton Hill, and Watts Bar all within easy towing distance, one pontoon opens up an entire network of East Tennessee waterways. Visit our Knoxville dealership to walk the current pontoon inventory and find the layout that fits your crew.

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We carry Sylvan, StarCraft, and select other pontoon brands. Our inventory includes a range of sizes and floor plans from entry-level fishing models to premium entertainment tri-toons.

Fort Loudoun Lake is one of the best pontoon lakes in East Tennessee. Its calm, wide-open water and numerous coves make it ideal for cruising, anchoring, swimming, and entertaining large groups.

A standard pontoon has two aluminum tubes beneath the deck. A tri-toon adds a third center tube, which increases buoyancy, improves handling at higher speeds, and allows for larger outboard engines. Tri-toons are better suited if you want to tow tubes or carry heavier passenger loads.

Capacity depends on the model length and tube configuration. Smaller 20-foot pontoons typically accommodate 8 to 10 passengers, while larger 24- to 26-foot models can carry 12 to 16 people comfortably.

Absolutely. Norris Lake is about 45 minutes north of Knoxville. Pontoons tow easily on a standard trailer, and Norris has multiple well-maintained public boat ramps with ample parking.

Pontoons are among the lowest-maintenance boats available. Aluminum tubes resist corrosion in freshwater, and outboard engines are straightforward to service. Annual maintenance typically includes oil changes, impeller replacement, and general cleaning — all services our Knoxville shop handles.