I just went down the Watauga, I think I'm in love

. If anyone needs an extra in their boat I might,

, be able pull myself away from work.
I live near a DH in Greene co going towards Asheville, I have fished it once but water levels have been an issue. Does anyone have experience w/ the area from the campground to 70? Could a person hike that area or is there private land issues?
Also thoughts on the recent rocky mount purchase and fishing there?