1164 to Mitchell Co. line, except where posted against trespassing), Cranberry Creek (headwaters to U.S. 19E/N.C. Give a Gift Transylvania and Jackson. 0000069082 00000 n The Raven Fork / Trophy Trout Fly Fishing Only Section is home to the biggest trout in the Smokies. Belhaven Boat Ramp. Arrive at the park before it opens or camp and get up early. Mayflies Caddisflies Midges Stoneflies Streamers Terrestrials Miscellaneous Collections Pre-Rigged Dropper Selections. Contact: Alison Long (910) 520-5949. Laydown trees are great targets for casting as they provide fish places to hide out of the wind or tide and feed where they can feed on what is swept past. Formed by numerous feeder creeks high along the Blue Ridge Parkway, the South Mills becomes fishable for fly anglers by the time it enters the Cradle of Forestry Historic Area off Hwy. 0000303548 00000 n 1551 bridge to U.S. 25 bridge), Green River (Lake Summit powerhouse to game land boundary), (Big) Hungry River (S.R. Radcliffe said this small point inside Fishing Creek is much like the one inside Lower Dowry Creek. Lake Wylie is a more than 12,500-acre lake on the border of North Carolina and South Carolina and includes over 325 miles of shoreline of the Catawba River. Radcliffe uses some hard lures in addition to soft plastics. Top Locations for Trout Fishing in North Carolina. Upstream from Junction this is wild trout water. North Carolina Marine Fisheries Commission. SAVANNAH CREEK N 35 19.390, W 083 15.682 Elevation - 2,216 feet The Stretch: About 10 miles from headwaters in Pumpkintown into Tuckaseigee River Access Point (s): Parking and access available via several pull-offs along U.S. 23/441 Type of Water: Hatchery Supported Available Fish: Rainbow, Brown Numbers or Size? Your Guides will have everything you need but if you want to plan your trip or be prepared with your own favorites, Yes. That leads directly to the matter at hand -- selecting not one but 10 top streams. The National Wild Turkey Federation's mission to conserve wild turkey and preserve hunting heritage is still going strong after a half-century. 0000384925 00000 n $477. :Numbers (creeks), Size (Chattooga), Noteworthy:The movieDeliverancewas filmed on theChattoogaRiver, N 35 14.080, W 083 07.433 Elevation - 2,312 feet (recorded @ pull-off near Thorpe Power House), The Stretch:From small reservoir at Thorpe Power House upstream several hundred yards, Access Point(s):Parking and access availableboth sides of N.C. 107 near Thorpe Power House, Noteworthy:Although hatchery supported, this has nice concentration of stream-raised fish, 10. 0000032809 00000 n Game & Fish Editorial Director Adam Heggenstaller gets more info from Hawke's Paige Shipe at SHOT Show 2023 in Las Vegas. Then, too, there's always a chance of making meaningful contact with a really hefty brown trout. In winter, the days are deceptively short so be prepared. As I hint from time to time, feeder streams always merit investigation, and on a personal level, it has long been standard practice for me, when venturing into an area I haven't fished before, to see what sort of opportunities side streams might present. When you top the ridge leading down into the hidden valley which embraces the stream and its many trout-filled tributaries, it is to be awestruck with some of the same sense of wonder which . The river point at Lower Dowry Creek is not protected, and southwest winds pushing up the Pungo River blow into it. Some days the river is calm, and I fish all across and along the point, Radcliffe said. CX Outfitter, 180 gr. 0000336203 00000 n 0000075285 00000 n LOWER TUCKASEIGEE RIVER(BarkersCreekBridgetoWhittier), N 35 23.064, W 083 17.543 Elevation - 1,951 feet (recorded @ Barkers Creek Bridge), The Stretch:Roughly 8-10 miles from bridge toWhittier, Access Point(s):Parking and access via pull-offs and businesses along U.S. 19/74 freeway, Type of Water:Hatchery Supported, Undesignated, Noteworthy:The stretch is also home to smallmouth bass, 2018 by the Jackson County Chamber and Commerce and the Jackson County Tourism Development Authority. Easily accessible off Highway 19E, which closely parallels the stream for much of its flow, the North Toe has a number of feeder streams that also deserve consideration. 3138 bridge), Corner Rock Creek (Little Andy Creek to confluence with Walker Branch), Dillingham Creek (Corner Rock Creek to Ivy Creek), Ivy Creek (Ivy River) (Dillingham Creek to U.S. 19-23 bridge), Reems Creek (Sugar Camp Fork to U.S. 19-23 bridge, except where posted against trespassing), Rich Branch (downstream from the confluence with Rocky Branch), Swannanoa River (S.R. The water is shallow, and there is rarely any current, so I can use an eighth-ounce jighead and reach the bottom easily. Watauga River. The, measures and reports on many - not all - rivers across the state and there are, Your Guides will have rods, reels and flies and, with some advanced planning, waders. It should also be noted that the stream's ready accessibility and heavy stocking make for plenty of pressure, especially near the Pisgah Forest Hatchery. The upper sections along with Avery Creek, which certainly merits attention, have self-sustaining populations of wild trout. Located in North Transylvania the stream is a fly fisherman's dream. Please note:These coordinatesdirect folksto the general vicinity of each fishing spot. 0000078363 00000 n Access is strictly by foot in the park portions of the stream, with the Deep Creek Trail following the stream pretty closely most of the time from its beginning until one starts the climb (10-plus miles upstream) away from Right Fork toward Highway 441 hear Clingmans Dome. 0000023378 00000 n The current backs up, and a slight rip that holds the bait will develop just outside the mud line. Google Maps will not only provide driving directions but will show you where to park at the Wolf Ford parking area to begin your hike. On the other hand, it can be reached by a reasonable hike (about four miles) from the trailhead, which begins at the end of the "Road to Nowhere" (some maps show it as the Lakeshore Road). 0000110403 00000 n Oconaluftee River. The South Mills River has one major tributary, Bradley Creek which is also a good wild trout stream to fish. 0000171684 00000 n Jacob's Fork above the confluence of the two creeks, classified as Wild trout waters, offer fishing for stream bred brown, rainbow, and brook trout. When fishing back here, I usually throw either a topwater lure or a curlytail grub, Radcliffe said. Know when to be out there! All Game & Fish subscribers now have digital access to their magazine content. Ask questions and plan your day. 0000171279 00000 n Fishing Creek Township, Columbia County, Pennsylvania. 1100 bridge to South Carolina state line), Nantahala River (Whiteoak Creek to Nantahala hydropower discharge canal), Burningtown Creek (Left Prong to Little Tennessee River), Cartoogechaye Creek (downstream U.S. 64 bridge to Little Tennessee River), Cullasaja River (Sequoyah Dam to U.S. 64 bridge near junction of S.R. Communities [ edit] Fishing Creek, Maryland, an unincorporated community and census-designated place in Dorchester County. . Atlantic Beach, NC. Fish both creeks in the spring and fall; do not waste your time in the summer. 3. South Mountains State Park, located about20 miles south of Morganton, NC off of NC 18, offers many activities, including horseback and mountain bike riding, camping (near the car, horseback, family, and backpacking), hiking, a large waterfall,and many miles of trout fishing. He will also shut off his outboard to work between the pilings using his trolling motor under the bridge. We catch some flounder and trout and even an occasional drum along the breakwater, but the real draw there is stripers, Radcliffe said. With over 10,000 feet of shoreline there is. Also, mousing at night is an experience to be seized if the conditions are right. 4. Formed by numerous feeder creeks high along the Blue Ridge Parkway, the South Mills becomes fishable for fly anglers by the time it enters the Cradle of Forestry Historic Area off Hwy. My early experiences were largely confined to waters of the park and a few streams in the Nantahala National Forest, but in adulthood they have expanded to encompass delightful days all up and down what a good friend and fellow angler, the late Harry Middleton, described as the ancient "spine of time" of the Appalachians. This is a good sign the fish are actively feeding and will most likely chase a topwater lure especially in the fall when the baitfish are streaming out of the creek., 7 Belhaven breakwater 35 31 66N/76 37 00W. 1611 to Rutherford Co. line), Cane Creek (railroad bridge upstream of S.R. A short distance above the confluence of Shinny Creek and Jacob's Fork, a path breaks off to the right of the main path, and follows Shinny Creek. 1121 to Indian Creek) South Toe River (Clear Creek to lower boundary line of Yancey Co. recreation park, except where posted against trespassing) Wild Trout Waters. This creates a mud line when any current is running or the wind is blowing and that makes an edge for baitfish to run down and predators to watch. Hopefully, if we have extreme cold snaps like last winter, they move to deeper water before it stuns or kills them. 113-174.2 For inland fishing regulations, visit the Wildlife Resources Commission website or call 919-707-0220. 'You will miss 100 percent of the shots you never take.'. Additionally, there is backcountry camping above the falls. The best portion is from the main parking lot upstream to the confluence with Shinny Creek. A fee ramp is at Cee Bee Marina on Pungo Creek. 0000172349 00000 n Fishing regulations and license requirements change at the breakwater and inside the mouths of many of the areas creeks. Betsey's Ole Country Store 8395 North Carolina 90 Collettsville, NC. The Aurora boat ramp on South Creek in Aurora, North Carolina offers; Single launching lane, 20 boat trailer parking spaces and courtesy docks. It has a particular feature that separates it from the other creeks he fishes: a channel cut through an oyster bar that funnels a lot of fish into a relatively small area. HATCHERY SUPPORTED Trout Streams. A copy of these rules may be obtained by contacting the North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries, P.O. 0000251427 00000 n A fishing pier is on site also. 5. Belhaven, NC 27810. Below are 15 fishing spots along the Western North Carolina Fly Fishing Trail, complete with GPS coordinates. 0000348974 00000 n The 360 Buckhammer cartridge is designed for lever-action rifles and will be available in two Remington Core-Lokt loads. 0000170967 00000 n 0000004875 00000 n The South Toe River is a small to midsize freestone stream located in the western part of the state near Burnsville. In a matter of four days, what promise there was of American manpower and military backbone had been routed in the most humiliating way. April 17 - 19, 2020. Typically, the red drum feed on top of the bar and out to its edges, while the flounder may also move up on the bar but usually prefer the edges and trout generally like the deeper water adjacent to it. No matter what your preferences, these waters offer something for everyone. 0000034345 00000 n 276. This year, the rifle will be chambered in 7mm PRC, the hot new load that was a hit at SHOT Show 2023 in Las Vegas. When the bobber goes under, reel tight to the fish, and then lightly set the hook. 1121 bridge), Green Creek (above Green Creek bridge, except where posted against trespassing), Little Rock Creek (above Green Creek, including all tributaries, except where posted against trespassing), Wiles Creek (game land boundary to mouth). Radcliffe said this is an excellent place to catch red drum, flounder and trout. As is the case with Hazel Creek, backcountry camping, as opposed to one-day trips, is the way to go. Deep Creek-Inside Smoky Mnts park area. 1885 to Green River), Tuckasegee River (downstream N.C. 107 bridge to the falls located 275 yards upstream of the U.S. 23-441 bridge [marked by a sign on each bank]), Cullowhee Creek (Tilley Creek to Tuckasegee River), Dark Ridge Creek (Jones Creek to Scott Creek), Greens Creek (Greens Creek Baptist Church on S.R. A Guide will teach you everything you need to know about the nuances of various stretches of the water but if you want to learn more about where you are goingbefore you arrive or if you want to plan your own day on the water for yourself or your group, you will find just about anything you could want plus a little more. When that happens, something underneath is usually eating them, too. 1315 bridge to confluence with North Fork New River), Buffalo Creek (S.R. 0000275836 00000 n Sometimes, it is a little rough to fish comfortably, but there is usually bait moving through it, and the fish know that.. 0000072704 00000 n The trout fishing at South Mountains State Park primarily occurs in two streams - Jacob's Fork and Shinny (pronounced Shiny) Creek. There are some very specific rules about where and when trout are stocked and where and when you are permitted for fish for them. I feel like any day the weather allows, I can go out there and get a few stripers to bite. In the video above, Matt Willson of Ruger highlights the features with Game & Fish's John Taranto. 'http':'https';if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src=p+"://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js";fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}}(document,"script","twitter-wjs"); Ricky Radcliffe catches plenty of flounder, trout, redfish and stripers in the waters around Belhaven. Probably, yes. However, with an average January high of 47 degrees and average low of 29, it is nothing like a New England winter. This works also when the water isnt clear, as your retrieve starts in muddy water and works toward the deeper water, which is clearer. 0000061115 00000 n That said, these are my choices, in no particular order of preference, and I'm sticking to them. 232 Acres : $295,000 0000279587 00000 n Contact: Fisherman's Post (910) 452-6378. www.fishermanspost.com. The names of some bass fisheries resonate with anglers on a national scale: Okeechobee, Kentucky Lake, Guntersville, Havasu, Clear Lake, Lake Fork,. Designated as wild trout water throughout its drainage (better than a dozen miles), the South Mills in Transylvania County holds both rainbows and browns. Fish in the delayed harvest portion of Jacob's Fork in October and November, when the fishing pressure dies down, the stream becomes catch and release, and many fish are stocked in the stream. 0000015106 00000 n There is no minimum size limit, but only one trout may be greater than 14 inches. Hazel Creek-Requires a shuttle call Fontana Marina at (828) 498-2211, extension #277 or 1-800-849-2258 ask for the Marina. He said he sees this often in places where the taller grass extends well into the water. Western North Carolina has many alternatives to choose from near Asheville. Located south of the town of Hot Springs, Meadow Fork is a tributary of Spring Creek which joins it about 6/10 mile south of the Bluff Community. As one continues upstream approaching the falls, approximately one mile from the parking area, the stream's topography becoms much steeper, leading to difficult passage through the stream and very good pooling. The skirmish at Musgrove Mill on August 19 proved to be the only thing keeping the local . They're not necessarily looking Goose Creek State Park. Chauga River: From Cassidy Bridge Road upstream about 3 river miles to the confluence with Bone Camp . Six Run Creek; South Fork Catawba River; South Hyco Creek; South River; South River (Neuse River estuary) . ECO is proud to guide on this beautiful river, which is recognized as one of the country's . Most of them (Jones, Plumtree, Roaring and Horse creeks) are wild trout water. Yes. 276. Fishing Harper's Creek: This is a catch and release area. He sometimes finds a school of trout under the bridge, usually during late fall as the water is cooling. Give it a try. The breakwater is also a fish magnet that disrupts any waves or current coming from the Pungo River into Pantego Creek; in doing so, it creates a haven for fish. However, from the Bumgardner Bend area on upstream there is reduced activity, and those seeking a day without seeing another fisherman can likely do just that on Left Fork, the Bend, or feeders, such as Indian Creek and Pole Road Creek. In the above video, NWTF's Jason Burckhalter talks about the group's accomplishments and future plans with Game & Fish Editorial Director Adam Heggenstaller at SHOT Show 2023 in Las Vegas. 0000307154 00000 n 0000276223 00000 n 194 bridge), Shawneehaw Creek (portion adjacent to Banner Elk Greenway), Bent Creek (headwaters to N.C. Arboretum boundary line), Cane Creek (headwaters to S.R. 0000133670 00000 n Mountain Trout Regulations: Counties A-M, (East Fork) Tuckasegee River (game land portion upstream of Tanasee Creek Lake, including Duke Energy powerline corridor), Hunting, Fishing & Trapping Licenses & Associated Privilege, Little River (S.R. There, this candidate for federal Wild & Scenic River designation is pocked with beaver ponds full of small, wild brown trout. They aren't designed to be specific fishinglocations. 0000170362 00000 n These Stocking Charts are for 2020 and will updated as soon as 2021 is available. Graham County, in the far southwestern corner of the state, earns my vote for the ultimate "trout fisherman friendly" county in the state, although Avery County would certainly give it a run for its money. State of North Carolina (1974) External links. I love to fish, focusing on creeks and streams that often get overlooked for some fun fishing. Like all park waters, Hazel Creek contains exclusively wild trout, with browns becoming increasingly prevalent in the first few miles although this is still primarily a rainbow trout stream. Sumter's defeat at Fishing Creek on August 18 crystalized the finality of Gates' debacle at Camden on August 15. N.C. Do I really care about venturing out under the full moon? Belhaven is only really reached by one highway, which adds to its charm. 276. Max Patch Pond. 5 River point, Fishing Creek 35 30 07N/76 34 78W. There are days, he said, when sea gulls are feasting on pods of mullet minnows and small menhaden blown onto this point. 0000078696 00000 n 0000034018 00000 n These two small streams, each classified as Wild streams above their confluence, merge together about two miles into the park. Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, and Fort Fisher, NC. Upper Shut-In Creek. See Map #4 of the "South Carolina Trout Fishing Guide" described above. A stump field running out from the bank sometimes holds stripers and smaller drum. 36.375964, -81.137365 Basin Creek (S.R. 1730 bridge to confluence with Lovelace Creek) 36.146272, -81.148097 Cub Creek (0.5 miles upstream of S.R. We float and wade sections in NC and VA and have private accesses in both states. 17 49.99 N, 83? If you want to start an argument among the trout-fishing fraternity, just make a bold statement that one stream or another is the "finest trout water" in North Carolina. Fly Fishing the Great Smoky Mountains National Park DVD, Fly Fishing Yellowstone National Park DVD, Discovery - The Underwater World of Trout Volume 1 DVD, Fly Fishing with the Quill Gordon Spinner. There, this candidate for federal Wild & Scenic River designation is pocked with beaver ponds full of small, wild brown trout. Larger drum, trout and stripers will work along that drop and occasionally run up on it to feed. 0000265515 00000 n As we turn to that task, fairness dictates a bit of what pointy-headed lawyers describe as "qualifying the witness.". 1359 to U.S. 19 Business bridge in Murphy). The interactive Boating Access Area Map has been developed to assist boaters in finding public, free and 24-hour boating access areas (BAA) owned or maintained by North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) or constructed with the Agency's partnership. Radcliffe said because baitfish have to swing out to get around the point, he finds it a good place to use topwater lures. 0000274158 00000 n Radcliffe said the edge of the deeper water is just beyond the hard edge of the mud line. 1324 bridge), Big Laurel Creek (S.R. Infants can be born into a life of fishing for just $106. The interactive Fishing Areas Map may be used to locate fishing area locations throughout the state sponsored by or provided in partnership with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission and non-affiliated areas (NCWRC fishing regulations apply).While every effort is made to provide accurate and up-to-date information, the conditions and accessibility of these areas is subject to change. 3 River point Lower Dowry Creek 35 32 97N/76 34 71W. Drive north from Hot Springs on Hwy 25/70 toward Tennessee. Like Hazel Creek, it flows into the north shore of Fontana, but it is more distant from boat-launching areas on the opposite side of the lake. Lenoir has a Walmart as well as other stores to include sporting goods. Read More >>>. July 2020. North Carolina . An alternative approach is to hike up the stream from where the main path crosses the stream near it's confluence with Jacob's Fork, though you will eventually come to some steep terrain as you move up the stream. Unified. It also sticks out in the creek, and any baitfish swimming up or down the bank have to swing out to get around it. Go Whole Hog for Delectable Backyard Pork BBQ, Western Whiskerfish: Trophy Flatheads, Channels, Even Blues, It's Tick Season. Best Fly Fishing Holes on the Blue Ridge Parkway Fly Fishing Flyway: 10 Fly Fishing Holes Along the Blue Ridge Parkway Flyway: 10 Fly Fishing Holes Along the Blue Ridge Parkway By Travis Hall 12 May 17 The Blue Ridge Parkway is one of the Southeast's most treasured resources. It has the same type of grass as the cove a little ways from it, and there is room and depth for minnows and shrimp to get in the grass. The new hunting grounds offer a smorgasbord of crabs, shrimp and snails to eat, leaving the drum vulnerable and less aware of sight-fishermen. Access to Lost Cove Creek is by a trail leading off the Blue Ridge Parkway into its uppermost reaches or from Forest Service roads nearer to where it joins Gragg Prong. At SHOT Show 2023 in Las Vegas. While there are hundreds of miles of Wild Trout waters, NC generously stocks, Western North Carolina has a number of Tailwaters and Freestone rivers. There isnt much current, but if you look closely, you can see which way the water is moving, and fishing your lures by the pilings with the current is the way to get strikes. Access is easy -- Highway 276 follows the Davidson up to where Looking Glass Creek joins it, and afterward Forest Service Road 475 puts you at streamside. This bank doesnt have the tall grass of some productive banks, but there is a short shallow flat section next to the grass and then a little drop about 10 feet off the grass, Radcliffe said. 0000264542 00000 n Below are 15 fishing spots along the Western North Carolina Fly Fishing Trail, complete with GPS coordinates. The sections along the road are hatchery supported but have plenty of wild fish. The stretch of Spring Creek for hatchery-supported trout fishing begins about 7 to 8 miles south of Hot Springs at the community of Bluff. Because the park is so close to Charlotte, NC (about a 1 hour15 minutedrive from NW Charlotte), it consistently receives a large number of visitors. 0000049598 00000 n To get started, click the link below to visit mymagnow.com and learn how to access your digital magazine. 0000110640 00000 n This area is a popular hiking, horseback, mountain biking, camping and hunting area as well as a fly fishing destination. Fishing extends to where Highway 209 . 0000064718 00000 n They definitely stay active later in the fall and get active earlier in the spring. SCOTSMAN and FOWLER CREEKS into CHATTOOGA RIVER, N 35 01.380, W 083 05.738 Elevation - 2,705 feet (recorded @ small parking area off Bullpen Road in national forest), The Stretch:Roughly 2-3 miles of each stream flowing down into theChattoogaRiver, Access Point(s):Access available viaWhiteside Cove Rd(SR 1107) orBullpen Rd(SR 1100) inNantahalaNational Forest, Type of Water:Wild Trout with Natural Bait, Numbers or Size? 1128 and S.R. . 0000290607 00000 n Radcliffe fishes weedless baits because of the number of snags. It is the first fly fishing trail in the United States, with more than 4,600 miles of streams that have wild and stocked rainbow, brown, and brook trout. The creek passes a picnic area and has a couple of small tributaries that also have good fishing spots here and there. Meadow Fork Creek. Visitors over age 16 are required to have a South Carolina fishing license. Join us as we discuss the North Carolina Fishing License options, fishing rules and fishing regulations. 0000075626 00000 n Ken Vitale with Buck Knives chats with Game & Fish Editorial Director Adam Heggenstaller about two new hunting knives for 2023the purpose-built Alpha and PakLite series. I'm a Christian country boy living in south east Tennessee. 0000034129 00000 n I like to cast up onto the bar and work my lure back towards deeper water. | He trolls Rat-L-Traps to locate stripers in much the same way he does at the breakwater. MANDIE PHILLIPS INSHORE/OFFSHORE MEMORIAL TOURNAMENT. Elk Creek is close for those from Wilkes, Burke, Catawba and Caldwell counties. 8 Log Pound 35 32 59N/76 38 03W. 0000164778 00000 n He said there are sections of deeper water and a drop or rise or two. 0000049746 00000 n Whitewater River. 0000297066 00000 n 24 14.31 N, 83? It DOES get cold and anchor ice DOES form on occasionso be prepared with your, Learn about the regulations, requirements and costs and purchase your license. 0000049175 00000 n Yes, those are two trout rings in that reflection. When I see a sign as good as this, I usually switch immediately to a topwater bait, Radcliffe said. While some can approach double-digit weight at times, they dont always quite make the 18-inch minimum size. The park has installed wooden stairs leading to the top of the falls. Box 769, Morehead City, NC 28557, or by calling 1-800-682-2632. 0000031810 00000 n Weather conditions are not optimal, but there is still opportunity to land some trout. I fish a lot of curlytail grubs, and chartreuse is my favorite color. Winchester's Nathan Robinson talks features with Game & Fish Editorial Director Adam Heggenstaller at SHOT Show 2023 in Las Vegas. Radcliffe said this particular cove holds fish for what reason, he doesnt know. 0000315456 00000 n The second TU choice was the Davidson River in the Pisgah National Forest. As always, respect property owners'rights and avoid posted land. Fish Attractor Types Commonly Used by NCWRC While many of these sites are marked with buoys, many are unmarked and can be hard to locate without GPS coordinates. hb````Ia```Sa@@ OKCbI~N/ Fishing Creek. They will not, however, provide you with clothing to keep warm though they would be happy to sell it to you and with more of that advanced planning, will even bring it to you when you meet for the day or will have it waiting for you at the Greystone. 0000021687 00000 n Whiskey Creek is the southernmost of the major creeks that Bennett (910-799-6120) fishes. 0000305485 00000 n 1129 [marked by a sign on each bank] to McCann Dam), All waters located on Stone Mountain State Park, Big Horse Creek (Virginia state line to Mud Creek at S.R. 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