This lengthy but lazy trip is characterized by slow moving waters, rural scenery, and culturally significant points of interest, including Grindall and Skull Shoals. This trip is suitable for novice paddlers who want an extended day trip.
To get to the put in off of Montgomery Road, turn onto the gravel road across from the Pacolet Town Hall Building; follow the gravel/dirt road for 0.35 miles to the end. There will be signs on Montgomery Road indicating where to turn onto the gravel road. The river access is along the channel downstream from the Lower Pacolet Mills Dam. Restrooms are available adjacent to the water tower by the bridge on Sunny Acres Drive. Paddling in between the two dams is not permitted.
The access and gravel parking area are located downstream of the bridge, river left (east of the bridge). From the road, drive 450 feet down a gravel path to the parking area and boat ramp. This is the last road crossing before the confluence of the Pacolet River with the Broad River; the next take out is the Town of Lockhart, 12 miles downstream (4-5 hours).
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