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Put-in TN

Turtletown Creek

Hiwassee - 1. Dries: Turtletown Creek to Apalachia Powerhouse (TN)

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Gauge Conditions
Po-Us64-01 Downstream Primary
Runnable: ? – ? CFS

Approximate - nearest available gauge. Use as general reference only.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Turtletown Creek
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Turtletown Creek enters the Hiwassee River with a straightforward approach, offering minimal technical challenges for experienced paddlers. The entry point provides a clean put-in with relatively predictable water flow, though local water levels can significantly impact navigability and should be carefully assessed before launching.
Location
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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1. Dries: Turtletown Creek to Apalachia Powerhouse
Hiwassee
III-IV 5.7 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater