Tubing the Watauga River | Near Boone NC
Tubing on the Watauga River is a great summer adventure. The portion of the Watauga River that is safe and deep enough to tube flows from Valle Crucis to Sugar Grove.
Adventures
The Watauga River, the Watauga Lake and the Watauga Gorge offer many adventures such as whitewater kayaking and rafting, boating on the lake, tubing down the river, flyfishing and drift-boat fishing, bouldering in the gorge and much more.
Laurel Creek Falls, aka Trash Can Falls
Laurel Creek Falls, also known as Trash Can Falls, is no longer a secret among locals. It is one of the popular waterfalls near Boone, N.C., and flows into the Watauga River.
Snake Pit | Swimming Hole Near Boone NC
Snake Pit is a popular swimming hole near Boone and Appalachian State University. Located on the Watauga River, the Snake Pit rapids are also featured in a kayaking run for experienced paddlers.
Watauga River at Valle Crucis Park
Valle Crucis Park is the best option for family fun on the Watauga River in the Boone area. This is especially so if you have younger children.