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Sloans Bridge provides public access to the South River in Garland, Bladen County, a large river system (Stream Order 6) with moderate current and good flow. The South River offers 83+ miles of paddling with a gentle average gradient of 1.3 feet per mile, making it suitable for canoeists and kayakers of varying skill levels. With an average flow of 559 cubic feet per second and velocity of 2.07 feet per second, expect steady current conditions typical of eastern North Carolina's Atlantic Coastal Plain.
This access point is maintained as part of North Carolina's public boating access areas network. The ramp provides launch facilities for motorboats, canoes, and kayaks. Note that a private pay ramp ($5) operates near the end of the road if the public facility is unavailable. The river in this area supports fishing for American shad, largemouth and spotted bass, striped bass, sunfish, and catfish, making it popular with both paddlers and anglers.