Explore the Rich History of Fort Watauga

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from downtown Johnson City, head northeast on W Main St toward N Roan St/US-11E N. Continue on US-11E N for approximately 15 miles. Once you reach Elizabethton, turn left onto W Elk Ave (TN-67). Continue for about 1 mile, and Fort Watauga will be on your left at 1504 W Elk Ave. There is free parking available on-site.

• Car

  From Bristol, take I-81 S and follow signs for I-26 E toward Johnson City. Merge onto I-26 E and take exit 24 for US-321 N toward Elizabethton. Keep left at the fork, following signs for US-321 N. Continue on US-321 N for about 10 miles, and then turn right onto W Elk Ave (TN-67). Fort Watauga will be on your left at 1504 W Elk Ave.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Fort Watauga via public transportation, you can take the Johnson City Transit bus. Board the bus at any major stop in Johnson City and take it to the Elizabethton transfer station. From there, you will need to catch a local taxi or rideshare service to get to Fort Watauga at 1504 W Elk Ave. Be aware that taxi services may have varying rates, and it is advisable to check the fare beforehand.

• Rideshare

  If you prefer a rideshare option, you can use services like Uber or Lyft. Simply request a ride from your current location in Tri-Cities and input '1504 W Elk Ave, Elizabethton, TN 37643' as your destination. The cost will depend on the distance and time of day, so check the app for an estimate prior to confirming your ride.