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Willow Creek's location in Sweetwater, Tennessee, Monroe County provides an atmosphere where historic character and natural beauty mix together and offer a community of warmth and opportunity. What's amazing is you don't have to leave civilization to find this beautiful town. Sweetwater offers easy access to many of the major cities in the easter United States by way of three major highways. The McGhee-Tyson Airport ins Knoxville is only a thirty minute drive from town. Walking through its historic town center, taking in its natural beauty, enjoying its rich history and taking advatage of its easy access, you quickly see why Sweetwater is becoming one of the greatest small towns in America!
Established in 1875, Sweetwater is nestled in the heart of the beautiful Sweetwater Valley, bordering the Cherokee National Forest. It is home to the Lost Sea, a registered natural landmark, which features the largest undergound lake in the United States and some of the largest rainbow trout in the world!

Sweetwater's historic downtown sector features buildings that were constructed in the 1800's, a water fountain that has been cared for since the turn of the centuty, a historic train car, a large gazebo, a duck park, numerous antique shops, and much more!