Watauga Lake Area
Johnson County, Tennessee
Overview
Water recreation is abundant in this area, featuring Watauga Lake; the Doe, Elk and Watauga rivers; several streams and seven waterfalls. Highly developed recreation areas along Watauga Lake provide facilities for fishing, picnicking, swimming and boat launching. The Appalachian National Scenic Trail runs through the area's backcountry. Camp on the lakeshore at Cardens Bluff or in the backcountry along Laurel Fork Creek at Dennis Cove. Watuaga Lake Area Map Watuaga Lake Area Guide
Amenities
- WaterNo
- ElectricNo
- PetsNo
- ReservableNo
Conditions
Live conditions for this spot aren't wired up yet. Until they are: check the forecast for Johnson County, Tennessee, pack layers, and leave word with someone before you head out.
Reviews
When accounts launch, this is where trip reports, ratings, and field notes for Watauga Lake Area will live — real notes from people who actually went, not star averages from nowhere.