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Barton Ferry provides a convenient public boat ramp for accessing the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway near West Point in Clay County, Mississippi. This access point serves paddlers, canoeists, and recreational boaters looking to explore the Tenn-Tom Waterway, a 234-mile navigation corridor featuring a mix of lock-and-dam sections and river passages. The waterway is well-suited for diverse water recreation, from calm, controlled sections behind dams to more open river paddling.
The site is located in an area with good amenities nearby, including Town Creek Campground (reservable) within 10 miles for those planning extended trips. The Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway offers excellent opportunities for fishing, wildlife viewing, and scenic paddling throughout the region. Paddlers should note that the waterway includes multiple locks and dams, which require planning if you're traversing longer sections. Multiple access points exist throughout the system, making it possible to plan trips of varying lengths and difficulty.