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Access Site TN

Take Out

Hiwassee

Source: american_whitewater Updated 3 months ago

City: TN
County: Polk
Type: Whitewater Take Out
Location: 35.18805800, -84.49952700
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Location
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Whitewater Run
II Take-out Hiwassee - 2. Apalachia Powerhouse to Reliance
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Current Conditions
-- • 15.00-30.00 ft
About This Access Site
This is a take-out access point on the Hiwassee River in Polk County, Tennessee, located at coordinates 35.18805800, -84.49952700. As a designated take-out site, this location is designed for paddlers finishing whitewater runs on the Hiwassee to exit the water safely. The Hiwassee River is a popular whitewater destination in the southeastern United States, known for its Class II-III rapids and scenic valley setting. Take-out locations are essential for managing whitewater paddling trips, allowing boaters to recover equipment and vehicles after completing their run.

Paddlers using this take-out should be prepared with appropriate skill levels for the rapids upstream. The specific amenities and conditions at this particular take-out location are not fully detailed in the available information, so visitors should contact local outfitters or land management agencies for current conditions, parking availability, and any fees that may apply. Hiwassee whitewater paddling typically requires intermediate to advanced skills depending on water levels and specific sections being run.