The Great Road Fishing Access Site
The Great Road Fishing Access Site
The Great Road Fishing Access Site provides convenient public river access to the Smith River across from Eastman with parking and a walking trail.
The entrance ramp is rustic, and paddlers should be aware that water levels are subject to rapid change due to releases from Philpott Dam upstream—check USGS gauges and call (276) 629-2432 for the water release schedule before visiting.
This access point is located approximately 4 miles downstream from Bassett River Access on the Smith River Blueway.
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