intermediate
Elizabethton, Tennessee, United States

Wilbur Dam Put in, Watauga River

Wilbur Dam Put-in on the Watauga River offers river swimming with moderate current and rocky bottom suitable for intermediate swimmers with river experience. This is a popular paddling access point, so expect other water users nearby. Check water levels and flow rates before visiting, as conditions vary significantly with upstream dam operations.

Satellite view of Wilbur Dam Put in, Watauga River

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Wilbur Dam Put in, Watauga River

36.3422, -82.1280

Details

Location
Elizabethton, Tennessee, United States
Type
lake
Difficulty
intermediate
Coordinates
36.3422, -82.1280

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