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Watauga Point Picnic Area
Watauga Point Picnic Area is a named swimming spot on Watauga Lake, Tennessee. It sits about 4.7 miles from the center of the lake. It is managed by Cherokee National Forest. The published season runs 4/1/2024 to 10/15/2024. Details come from USDA Forest Service. Check the lake page for current conditions before you go.
StateTennessee
Coordinates36.31932, -82.08423
TypeSwimming beach
Managed byCherokee National Forest
Season4/1/2024 to 10/15/2024
HoursThe area is open between dawn and dusk. PLEASE NOTE:…
Data sourceUSDA Forest Service
Amenities
Tags recorded for this spot in OpenStreetMap.
Fee Information Published Published Season
Watauga Point Picnic Area on the map
Position recorded by the source agency.
Weather
Current conditions from Open-Meteo.
Weather data by Open-Meteo
Water quality: this spot is not part of a published beach monitoring program that we can read automatically. Check the operating agency and state health department for advisories before swimming.
Fees
There is no day-use fee charged at this site. To reserve the covered pavilion or the Shady area, for $30 each per day, contact <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/121940">Recreation.gov</a>
Published by USDA Forest Service.
Restrictions
<ul><li>Watauga Point is for Day-use only, from sunrise to sunset. No overnight camping.</li><li>Alcohol is prohibited.</li><li>No burning of plastic or other non-wood products except charcoal in grills.</li><li>Pets must be on a maximum 6 ft. leash at all times, and pick up after them. </li><li>Food storage restrictions apply at all areas on the Cherokee National Forest. All food and beverages must be stored in an <strong>approved bear-proof container </strong>or your locked vehicle at all times unless being eaten, prepared, or transported. </li><li>It is your responsibility to read, know, understand, and follow all specific rules and regulations which are also posted at the day-use area. </li></ul>
Published by USDA Forest Service.
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