Duck Island
- Shelter
- E, SE, S, SW, W
- Seabed
- rock
- Anchoring
- Allowed
Open anchorage on Watts Bar Lake, a reservoir on the Tennessee River system in eastern Tennessee, with a rock bottom.
Guide
Approach and anchoring
The rock bottom gives uncertain holding, so check the anchor is well set before leaving the boat. The spot is sheltered from east through west but open to the north.
Practical
No facilities at the anchorage itself. Caney Creek Marina, the nearest fuel and supplies, lies 16.5 nautical miles to the north-east, and WindRiver Marina 28.9 nautical miles to the east.
Key facts
- Type
- Anchorage
- Coordinates
- 35.66941, -84.83429 (35°40.16'N 84°50.06'W)
- Country
- United States
- Shelter
- Sheltered from east, south-east, south, south-west, west winds
- Seabed
- rock
- Anchoring
- Allowed
- Boaters' rating
- 3.1/5
- Updated
- July 7, 2026
Getting there
Duck Island lies at 35°40.16'N 84°50.06'W, that is 35.66941, -84.83429 in decimal degrees.
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Write a reviewFrequently asked questions
Which winds is Duck Island sheltered from?
Duck Island is sheltered from east, south-east, south, south-west, west winds.
Can you anchor at Duck Island?
Yes, anchoring is allowed at Duck Island.
How do boaters rate Duck Island?
Duck Island is rated 3.1/5 by boaters on BoatMap.
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