Access Site
TN
Christian Bend
City: Church Hill, TN
County: Hawkins County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 36.47335707, -82.77054389
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Holston River
1 runDifficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
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Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Christian Bend is a boat ramp access point on the Holston River in Church Hill, Hawkins County, Tennessee. The Holston River is a major waterway with significant flow, averaging nearly 4,900 cubic feet per second, making it suitable for various boating activities. At this location, the river has a moderate gradient of 2.5 feet per mile and flows at an average velocity of about 5 feet per second, which paddlers and boaters should take into account when planning trips.
The Holston River extends 137 miles total with a drainage area of 3,642 square miles, classifying it as a major river system. The elevation change from source to mouth is substantial at 349 feet. Boaters using Christian Bend should be prepared for river conditions typical of a flowing waterway with moderate current rather than a calm lake environment. The access point's location in the lower portion of the Holston makes it a good spot for accessing this section of the river.
The Holston River extends 137 miles total with a drainage area of 3,642 square miles, classifying it as a major river system. The elevation change from source to mouth is substantial at 349 feet. Boaters using Christian Bend should be prepared for river conditions typical of a flowing waterway with moderate current rather than a calm lake environment. The access point's location in the lower portion of the Holston makes it a good spot for accessing this section of the river.
Amenities
parking
restrooms