Roanoke River - Blue Ridge Parkway Roanoke River Trail to Explore Park/Rutrough Point
PaddleToday route plan. Put-in: Blue Ridge Parkway Roanoke River Trail public access. Take-out: Explore Park/Rutrough Point public canoe/kayak ramp.
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Blue Ridge Parkway Roanoke River Trail public access
The Blueway identifies this public river access at Parkway milepost 114.9; the half-mile natural-surface trail and steps are steep and require a careful boat carry.

Blue Ridge Parkway Roanoke River Trail public access

Explore Park/Rutrough Point public canoe/kayak ramp
The Blueway identifies this public ramp at Explore Park/Rutrough Point; a posted $2 daily fee and current park rules apply.

Explore Park/Rutrough Point public canoe/kayak ramp

Roanoke River - Blue Ridge Parkway Roanoke River Trail to Explore Park/Rutrough Point