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Chestoa Recreation Area
Chestoa Recreation Area is an accessible day-use area on the banks of the Nolichucky River south of Erwin.
It is a take-out for whitewater rafters who ride the river from Poplar, North Carolina through the wild Nolichucky Gorge. Canoeists also put-in here for a more-relaxed float downriver or to fish for trout and smallmouth bass. Picnicking along the river is popular.
At a Glance
| Operational Hours: | Day-use only, area is open sunrise to sundown. |
|---|---|
| Fees: | No fee |
| Restrictions: | No alcoholic beverages allowed. Fishing is not allowed in boat ramp area. Watch for large rafting buses backing in an out of area while loading. Be aware of rapidly rising water levels due to rain in North Carolina. |
| Closest Towns: | Erwin, Tennessee |
| Water: | None |
| Restroom: | Vault Toilets |
General Information
Directions: From Erwin, take US 19W/23, south to Exit 15. Turn left onto Jackson-Love Highway, cross over four lane, and turn right onto Temple Road. Travel 8/10-mile and turn left. Travel 1/2 mile and turn left. Cross over Veterans Memorial Bridge, then turn right onto Jones Branch Road. Travel 2/10-mile and turn right into Chestoa Recreation Area.Activities
River and Stream Fishing
Day Hiking
Backpacking
Picnicking
Ten picnic tables are located on the banks of the Nolichucky River. There is ample parking for rafting vans and buses.
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