James River Tailwater Access
James River Tailwater Access
Located below Lake Springfield Dam off Highway 65 via Evans Road, this access point provides convenient entry to the James River tailwaters for paddling and fishing.
The site offers fair access for launching canoes and kayaks to explore the scenic stretch of river below the dam.
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