Hook Branch Intermediate Access

This is a good take-out option for those running the upper particularly if you have gotten a later start and also a put-in for those running the lower. At mile 3.0 on Forest Road 2160, after crossing the Hook Branch which is a major tributary, you will find a pullout on the right located directly across from the 2160-060 spur which heads up the hill to the left. It's about a 10 minute scramble down the bank to Matheny Creek and you can likely find a kayaker trail which is sometimes flagged. If using this as a take-out, note there are few distinguishing features visible from the river so it's a good idea to hike down and mark it.