Barnard Park is a public river access point in Madison County managed by the county, located at mile 100 on the French Broad River where it enters Pisgah National Forest near the confluence with Big Pine Creek.

This is a popular put-in for the classic Section 9 whitewater run (Class II-III with Class IV drops) to Hot Springs, as well as a take-out point for shorter trips.

The access includes parking and basic amenities, making it a convenient starting point for paddlers and anglers accessing this scenic, intermediate-level section of river.