New River Park Access on Hwy 163 Now Open!

This New River Access point is located close to:  8237 NC-163, West Jefferson, NC 28694.  

From NC 163 Bridge to Elk Shoals Park is approx 5.5 River Miles (Paddle Time 3 hours). 

From NC 163 Bridge to SR 1159 Boggs Rd Bridge is approx 8 miles River Miles (Paddle Time 4 hours).  

Time estimates based on moderate paddling experience. 

Photo courtesy Kelley Germain, Germain Media LLC