The Tellico River enters Tellico Lake at Mile 19.2, flowing in from the south through Monroe County. One of the lake's most significant tributaries, the Tellico River drains a broad watershed before joining the main channel here. The river mouth offers a sheltered cove popular with anglers and wildlife watchers — great blue herons, osprey, and kingfishers are frequent visitors. Boaters exploring upstream will find increasingly narrow and scenic water as the channel transitions from lake to river.

Tellico River — Drone Footage

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