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§ 02 — OVERVIEW
In 1942, TVA impounded Elk River, Roan Creek and Watauga River to create this 6,430-acre lake. Nestled between Big Laurel and Pond Mountain wildernesses, the deep blue waters and beautiful mountain vistas set the stage for fishing, boating and water skiing.
A network of developed sites including boat launches, picnic areas and a campground are provided by the Forest Service. Hike the Appalachian National Scenic Trail #1 to follow the west and north sides of the lake. In late spring, listen for yellow-throated warblers and vireos at Rat Branch Boat Launch and Watauga Point Picnic Area.
§ 03 — CONDITIONS
National Weather Service · seven-day outlook · updated hourly
§ 04 — SIGNAL
FCC broadband data · actual signal varies in remote terrain
§ 05—08 — FROM THE FIELD
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§ 06 — REVIEWS
§ 07 — TRIP REPORTS
§ 08 — COMMUNITY PHOTOS
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§ 01 — VITALS
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Based on FCC availability data. Actual signal may vary in remote terrain.
Thu
92°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
0 to 5 mph W
Fri
91°F
Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
5 to 10 mph W
Sat
89°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
0 to 5 mph NW
Sun
88°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
0 to 10 mph SW
Mon
80°F
Rain Showers Likely
0 to 5 mph W
Tue
77°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Wed
81°F
Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
0 to 5 mph W