Dandridge Tennessee Map

About Dandridge, Tennessee

Dandridge is a locality in Jefferson County, Tennessee, United States. It has a population of approximately 3,538. The population density is 216.7 people per km². Dandridge is located at 36.0154°N, 83.4149°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 37725.

Dandridge rests gracefully on the shores of Douglas Lake, a place where the Appalachian foothills begin their gentle descent. It lies 14.0 miles north-north-east of Sevier, TN (from Sevier, TN: bearing 22°T), and is situated 8.6 miles south-south-east of Jefferson City. The landscape here is a soft embrace of rolling terrain, punctuated by the deep blue of the vast reservoir that dominates the horizon. Sunlight, especially in the late afternoon, spills across the water, painting the sky with hues of apricot and rose, and casting long, dancing shadows from the ancient oak trees that dot the surrounding countryside. The air itself often carries the faint, sweet scent of pine and the damp earth, a constant reminder of the natural world that enfolds this charming settlement. The history of Dandridge is as rich and layered as the fertile soil from which its prosperity once sprang. Established in the late 18th century, it holds the distinction of being one of the oldest towns in the state, a pedigree evident in its preserved antebellum architecture that whispers tales of bygone eras. While agriculture, particularly tobacco and corn, once formed the backbone of its economy, the arrival of Douglas Lake transformed its fortunes, ushering in an age of tourism and recreation. Visitors are drawn to the pristine waters for boating and fishing, and the town square, with its welcoming shops and local eateries, hums with a quiet, contented energy, a testament to Dandridge's enduring spirit.

About This Dandridge Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Dandridge, Tennessee — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 36.015369, -83.41489. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Dandridge and Jefferson County.

Detailed location data for Dandridge includes the ZIP code (37725), telephone area code (865), county seat of Jefferson County (Dandridge), and school district assignment (Jefferson County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Dandridge is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.