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The Lake Tillery map
Ramps, marinas, coves, towns, communities, and landmarks — filtered by category so you can find the part of the lake you actually care about.
Landmark
Lake Tillery (center)
A 5,260-acre Duke Energy reservoir on the Pee Dee River between Stanly and Montgomery counties.
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Public launch points, with the details that matter
Swift Island Boat Landing
4917 NC Hwy 24/27, Mt. Gilead — the lake's largest public launch, paved lot with roughly 100 trailer spaces. A low bridge sits at the cove mouth: tall towers and Bimini tops must come down before passing under.
Public · NC 24/27Lilly's Bridge Cove Access
1097 Lilly's Bridge Rd, Mt. Gilead — NC Wildlife Resources Commission launch with about 50 trailer spaces. The right choice for wake towers, hardtops, and anything that will not clear the Swift Island bridge.
Public · NCWRCWebsiteMorrow Mountain State Park Ramp
Western shore inside the park, with a boathouse renting canoes and rowboats, bait, picnic areas, and the park's swim pool nearby. Gate hours change by season, so plan your return.
Public · Park hoursWebsiteNorwood-area shoreline access
South-end informal and community launch points serve owners below the NC 24/27 crossing; most are HOA- or marina-controlled rather than public.
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