Lock 10 - Take-Out

Lock 10 Take-Out is a whitewater access point on the Potomac River located in Bethesda, Montgomery County, Virginia. This site serves as an egress point for paddlers running whitewater sections of the Potomac and is primarily used by kayakers and canoeists finishing their runs through the local rapids and current. The take-out location provides access to the river in an area known for moderate whitewater activity.

As a dedicated take-out site, Lock 10 is designed to facilitate the removal of boats from the water after whitewater paddling. Paddlers should be aware of the fast-moving current typical of this section of the Potomac River and plan their approach accordingly. The site's primary function is to serve as an exit point rather than a launch location, making it essential for trips that begin upstream.