Sleepy Creek, Meadow Branch

A unique canyon accompanies this run,and yes the rapids are in the last 2.5 miles.
A quick access to the lower 3 miles just above Devil's Pond (rope swing) can be reached by taking Rt. 9 W (cr 17) to 'Mountain Lake Road'. Then turn right into Sleepy Hollow subdivision treading lightly. Take Maverick Lane on right. Follow it to the end and you will find access to state property . Park here and hike in 3/4 mile to stream.Trail is @the lower left of 1st clearing. Paddle to Spruce Pine Hollow roadside park on rt 9 W. Its the only place to park and is on the tuscarora trail . Things pick up after Devils pond drop. The drops get bigger and climax just above the take out. We only portaged logs 2x on 3-16-10. at a medium flow. Hardest part is catchin it runnin.