Take Out

Island Creek is a significant whitewater stream in Morgan County, Tennessee, with a total length of 18.74 miles and a substantial elevation drop of 1,140 feet, creating an average gradient of 60.8 feet per mile. This take-out location serves as an exit point for paddlers running the creek's whitewater sections. The creek's classification as a Stream Order 6 indicates it is a large river system, though it remains relatively near its headwater origins. With an average flow of 159.16 cubic feet per second and velocity of 1.87 feet per second, Island Creek offers dynamic whitewater paddling conditions that require intermediate to advanced paddling skills.

Paddlers should be prepared for fast-moving current and steep gradient sections characteristic of this drainage system. The creek's substantial elevation drop means that water levels and conditions can vary significantly with rainfall and seasonal changes. The site's strategic location in Morgan County makes it accessible for boaters seeking to take out after paddling Island Creek's upper sections. Given the creek's significant gradient and stream classification, this take-out is best suited for experienced whitewater paddlers in kayaks and canoes who are comfortable with moving water and technical paddling.