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Fontana Dam overlook and visitor center

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Fontana Dam overlook and visitor center

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Fontana Dam overlook and visitor center

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    1. Dock - Fontana Lake – Viewpoint next to the Dam loop from Townsend

    22.5km

    08:04

    870m

    870m

    Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    September 27, 2024

    This dam was constructed in World War II, as a partial solution to the demand for more hydroelectric power. It's a very popular spot for water sports and fishing, and the Appalachian Trail actually crosses the dam.

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      Elevation 490 m

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