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Access Site NC

Unnamed Ramp

Lockwoods Folly River

Source: u_s__geological_survey Updated 1 year ago

City: NC
County: Brunswick
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 33.96631752, -78.24225614
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About This Access Site
The Unnamed Ramp provides access to the Lockwoods Folly River, a large river system in Brunswick County, North Carolina. This is a significant waterway with a drainage area of 353 square miles and an average flow of 407 cubic feet per second, making it suitable for various boating activities. The river has a gentle average gradient of 0.8 feet per mile and an average velocity of 1.5 feet per second, indicating relatively moderate current conditions that are generally manageable for most paddlers.

The Lockwoods Folly River extends for 25.14 miles total length with a modest elevation change of approximately 21 feet from source to mouth. Being a large river system classified as Stream Order 6, it offers substantial paddling opportunities with adequate water depth and flow for motorboats, kayaks, and canoes. The access point is located near the lower portion of the river, approximately 25 miles from the river mouth where it meets tidal influences. Water conditions on this river are typically characterized by slow to moderate current, making it accessible to paddlers of varying skill levels.