Neyland Drive

Neyland Drive boat ramp provides access to the Tennessee River in Knoxville, a major waterway that stretches over 650 miles through the southeastern United States. The Tennessee River at this location is a substantial stream classified as a major river system comparable to the Mississippi and Missouri rivers in terms of hydrological significance. With an average flow of nearly 70,000 cubic feet per second and an average velocity of 7.66 feet per second, paddlers should expect moderate current conditions typical of a large managed river system. The water conditions here support a variety of recreational boating activities, and the river's substantial drainage area of over 40,000 square miles means water levels can fluctuate based on upstream dam operations and seasonal precipitation.