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Take-out TN

Take Out

Turkey Creek - Waucheesi to Tellico River (TN)

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Gauge Conditions
Tellico River at Tellico Plains, TN Downstream Primary
Runnable: 1,500.0 – 4,200.0 CFS

Recommendations from waldensridgewhitewater.com.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Take Out
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Take Out rapid marks the end of the Turkey Creek run, featuring a tight exit through a boulder-choked channel that demands precise boat placement. Paddlers must navigate carefully to avoid potential pin spots and undercut rocks, with the line typically hugging the right side to minimize hazards. Local knowledge is crucial, as water levels significantly impact the rapid's technical difficulty and potential challenges.
Location

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Put In Rapid N/A
Put In
0.0 mi
Type
Take-out
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
3.0 mi
Directions
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Waucheesi to Tellico River
Turkey Creek
IV-V 4.8 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater