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Beatties Ford vs Highwy 73

Side-by-side comparison of two boat ramps in Lincoln County, North Carolina.

These ramps are about 3.8 miles apart.

Highwy 73

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Type

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Hours

24/7

Fees

Free

Launch Lanes

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Water Type

Public

Water Body

Catawba River (Lake Norman)

Catawba River (Mountain Island Lake)

Trailer Parking

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Restrooms

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Accessible

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Which ramp should you choose?

Both Beatties Ford and Highwy 73 provide public access in Lincoln County. If you need more launch lanes or trailer parking, compare the numbers above directly — busier ramps benefit from multiple lanes to avoid a backup on weekends. If fees or accessibility are the deciding factor for your trip, check the fields above before you drive out, since ramp conditions can change seasonally.