Myers Cove

Myers Cove is a boat ramp access point on the Collins River in McMinnville, Warren County, Tennessee. The Collins River is a large river system with a total length of 62.52 miles and significant elevation drop of 948 feet, making it a dynamic waterway with considerable flow characteristics. At this location, the river has an average flow of 1534.51 cubic feet per second and an average velocity of 2.00 feet per second, indicating moderate current conditions typical of a stream order 6 river.

The access point serves the middle section of the Collins River, which drains a substantial watershed of 789 square miles. With an average gradient of 15.2 feet per mile, paddlers and boaters should expect moving water conditions rather than placid lake-like conditions. The river's size and flow characteristics make it suitable for intermediate to experienced paddlers and those with motorized vessels, though current conditions and water volume demand respect and proper planning.

Before launching at Myers Cove, paddlers should check current water levels and flow conditions, as the river's significant average flow and gradient mean conditions can vary based on recent rainfall and upstream dam releases. The location provides access to a major river system that offers opportunities for exploration along a lengthy corridor, though the moving water and substantial flow require appropriate experience and equipment.