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Lake Tillery

Lake Tillery is a reservoir between Badin Lake and Blewett Falls Lake in the Uwharrie Lakes Region of North Carolina.

The lake itself is over 5,000 with more than 100 miles of beautiful shoreline, much of which is set against the backdrop of the Uwharrie National Forest.

The area is a haven for those who love to play on the water, with recreational amenities including a swimming area, public beaches, boating, water sports, picnic areas, and fishing – and much more! Numerous, beautiful lake front housing communities complete with private docks provide residents with year-round enjoyment of this popular destination.

Boat Ramps at Lake Tillery

Lilly's Bridge Cove- 1097 Lilly's Bridge Rd. Mt. Gilead, NC has a NC Wildlife public boat launch suitable for any boat within the Lake's 32 foot length restriction and 50 boat trailer spaces.

Swift Island Boat Landing- 4917 NC Hwy. 24/27, Mt. Gilead, NC is the largest launch pad and paved parking lot on the lake with 100 boat trailer spaces. *Be careful when you leave the cove as there is a low bridge to go under. Anyone with a stationary wake tour or super structure should use the Lilly's Bridge access. Pontoons with "Bimini" tops will need to keep them down until they have passed under the bridge.

Boat Rentals at Lake Tillery

Lake Tillery Boat Rentals- Located at Lilly's Bridge Marina: 1183 Lillys Bridge R. Mt. Gilead, NC is currently the only power boat rental place in the area and they rent pontoon boats only; no jet skis or other boats.   1-844-845-5379 that's 1-844-tillery.