Directions:

From the log cabin, take a left at the end of the driveway onto John J Smith Rd. Take a right onto Leatherwood. This will take you through the gorge and into Big South Fork NRRA. Turn right at the Leatherwood Ford Trailhead sign and take an immediate left at the Leatherwood Ford River Access sign. There is plenty of parking in the area. You can access the swimming area behind the gazebo.