Betty's Island — Local services in Carthage

The canny fork river is one of my favorite places to go fishing, or kayaking. We put in at the dam and kayak all the way to Betty's island had an amazing time fishing and swimming. The only badd thing I could say about the place is when you go to take out from Betteys island, the ramp leading to the water is very narrow and only one car can come in-and-out at a time. however there is a small parking lot above the ramp so it would probably be easier just to carry the...

I really wasn't impressed with Betty's Island. First, this is a place where people put their boats in the water. Because of that, you have to get far away from the main launch if you want to swim or fish. Second, you have to know the schedule for the power plant. When they open it up, the water is too deep and swift for anything. There are supposed to be nice trout here, but I...

Parking is allowed on the top of the hill. We encountered many well-behaved dogs. Pay attention to the water level signs. Retreat to the ramp that leads to the parking area as soon as you first notice water rising. Water rises quickly from the generators at the damn. Water is cold...