The last section below SH 149 to SH 43 covers the most remote and inaccessible area in this reach. The distance between these bridge crossings is 23 river miles including several long, deep pools that can extend paddling times. Canoeists should plan for additional time for this section. Lignite seams eroded by the river provide riffle areas during lower flows upstream from SH 43. Access is available at a boat ramp on the northeast side of the US 271 bridge crossing.
Access here is poor especially during wet weather.