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Old 288 vs Flat Branch

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

These ramps are about 3.7 miles apart.

Flat Branch

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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

Tuckasegee River (Fontana Lake)

Trailer Parking

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Restrooms

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Accessible

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Which ramp should you choose?

Both Old 288 and Flat Branch provide public access in Swain 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.