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This boat ramp provides access to W. Kerr Scott Reservoir on the Yadkin River in Wilkesboro, Wilkes County. The site offers standard amenities including a boat ramp, parking for vehicles and trailers, picnic tables, restrooms, and pet-friendly grounds. This is a convenient launch point for exploring the scenic Yadkin River Valley.
The Yadkin River is a substantial waterway—a large river (Stream Order 7) with an average flow of over 5,200 cubic feet per second and moderate current averaging 5.7 feet per second. Paddlers should be prepared for moving water with a 16.1 ft/mile gradient. The reservoir setting offers calmer conditions than the free-flowing sections downstream, making it suitable for recreational boating, kayaking, and canoeing. Given the river's size and flow characteristics, always wear a life jacket and check current conditions before launching.