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Old 288 Access

Old 288 Access offers an accessible boat ramp and fishing pier on the Tuckasegee River west of Bryson City, with amenities including picnic tables, accessible restrooms, a covered pavilion, and hiking trails.

The area is seasonal, closing December 1 and reopening April 1 each year. From Bryson City, take US 19 S to SR 1323 (Slope St. ), then follow signs onto Old 288 for approximately 2. 4 miles to reach the access area.


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