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Take-out VA

Take Out

Whitetop Laurel Creek - Creek Junction (Route 728) to Route 58 near Damascus (VA)

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Gauge Conditions
S F Holston River near Damascus, VA Downstream Primary
Runnable: 1,300.0 – 4,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Take Out
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Take Out is the terminal rapid before exiting the creek at the Route 58 bridge near Damascus, marking the end of the Whitetop Laurel Creek run. The rapid features a straightforward exit with minimal technical challenges, but paddlers should be aware of potential debris and strainers near the bridge abutments. Maintaining proper boat control and awareness of the surrounding environment is crucial when navigating this final section.
Location

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Put In Rapid N/A
Put In
0.0 mi
Type
Take-out
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
12.0 mi
Directions
Navigate
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Creek Junction (Route 728) to Route 58 near Damascus
Whitetop Laurel Creek
II-IV 10.6 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater