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Little Milligan Boat Launch is a free, non-reservable public access point located on the eastern half of Watauga Lake in Butler, Tennessee, accessible via US 321 and Moody Road. This ramp is well-suited for launching kayaks, canoes, fishing boats, and pontoons onto the scenic 6,430-acre Watauga Lake, a popular destination in the Cherokee National Forest and Blue Ridge Mountains.
The launch provides convenient access for both paddlers and motorboaters looking to explore the lake's calm waters. If you're planning a multi-day trip, two reservable campgrounds are located within 10 miles: Dennis Cove Campground and Cardens Bluff Campground. Other boat ramp options on Watauga Lake include Rat Branch Launch and Fish Springs Marina if you need alternatives or want to explore different sections of the lake.
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Little Milligan Boat Launch is located on the Eastern half of Watauga Lake off US 321 and Moody Road.