This access point in northeastern Johnson County provides seasonal access to the Blackwater River via Highway 23, with parking available and a hiking trail system that connects to multiple fishing ponds and lakes throughout the 4,134-acre conservation area.

The area offers primitive camping at designated sites within 50 yards of parking lots and features a public rifle/pistol shooting range. Note that Blackwater Road to the river access is closed from October 15 through the waterfowl season.