The best access is located on the downstream left side of the U. S. 52 bridge. Since access is limited at this site canoeists may wish to use the lane leading to a former covered bridge which is also located on the southeast side of the U. S. 52 bridge. For the car shuttle back to the put-in take U. S. 52 west through Metamora to State Road 121. The longer trip to Brookville continues the scenic float. Access in Brookville is available between the Old St. Mary's bridge and the new bridge located in the center of town.
Parking is available nearby.
There are canoe liveries in the Brookville area that have launch areas which can be used for a fee. It should be emphasized that the land on both sides of the river is private property and should not be trespassed without the owner's permission. Medical assistance is available in Brookville and Connersville. The section is very popular with canoeists and summer campers, so it will not be an isolated trip but it is very scenic and enjoyable. The put-in at Metamora is near the roadside park on U. S. 52 just west of Metamora as described above.