This is a very popular access point to the Watauga River, with plenty of parking. There is a small beach to enjoy the sunshine and river view. Guy Ford Road is also the put-in for the Watauga Gorge section/take-out for section 3. Expert level paddlers only.

This access was made possible by American Whitewater, the Blue Ridge Conservancy and Watauga County TDA, and Edgar Peck of Appalachian State.

The description above was copied from or heavily based on Swim Guide, with permission.

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• Swim Guide - Weather and water quality for Guy Ford Road Bridge, Watauga River and 8,000 other beaches.