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Lock 6 Put-In is a whitewater access point on the Potomac River located in Bethesda, Montgomery County, Maryland. This site serves as a popular entry point for paddlers looking to access whitewater sections of the Potomac. The put-in provides access to river conditions that can vary significantly depending on water levels and dam releases from upstream. Paddlers should be aware of the dynamic nature of the Potomac's current and plan accordingly based on real-time conditions.