South River cuts into the southern banks of the Neuse River/AICW, almost opposite the charming river village of Oriental, NC. It is also located just east/north of the AICW’s turn to the south into Adamws Creek.
South River offers some superb anchorages, and noted by Captains George and Ann below!

This is a beautiful cruising ground with many choices, including some more secluded spots further up stream from those shown. We anchored off the entrance to Eastman Creek; holding was excellent in sticky dense mud. Further up, the entrance to Southwest Creek is another good option. As the Guide says, you can pretty much pick anywhere that looks good. This has become one of our favorite places just to hang out and get away from it all.
George and Ann
`Incentive’ Hatteras 56MY

I have anchored a bit too far to the south of Eastman Creek, in 6 feet of water, when the wind changed and blew hard out of the southwest. The depth of the water here is determined by the wind direction and strength, not by tides. When the wind blows hard from the south, the water level drops in the Neuse and I found myself bumping the bottom trying to find/create a channel out the next day. Once I was back in the middle of the river I had plenty of water.
hbkoerner@mac.com
HB Koerner

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