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Rapid TN Class II

Bend Falls

Beaver Creek - Pellisippi Parkway to Melton Hill Lake (TN)

Gauge Conditions
Runnable: 120.0 – 400.0 CFS
Photo
Bend Falls
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Bend Falls presents a technical Class II drop with a complex entry that requires precise boat positioning to avoid a series of mid-stream boulders. Paddlers must navigate a tight S-turn with moderate gradient, managing lateral currents and potential hydraulics near the right bank, particularly at medium water levels. Scout this section carefully, as the rapid's rock formations can create unpredictable water movement and demand careful line selection.

Other Rapids on This Run (2)

Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class II
Mile Marker
2.7 mi
View Full Run
Pellisippi Parkway to Melton Hill Lake
Beaver Creek
I-II 5.0 mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater