Hiwassee River Area
Cherokee Forest, Tennessee
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June 30th, 2026
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Forested hillsides and pastoral river bottoms complement the beauty of Hiwassee River Gorge. Fishing, rafting, canoeing and hiking are popular activities.The 21-mile John Muir National Recreation Trail , a section of the longer distance Benton MacKaye Trail, meanders along the river. Camp at the nearby state campground at Gee Creek.Fish Your National Forests: This site can be accessed by Passenger Car; Fish available include: Trout; Types of fishing available include: Wade, Shore, Motorized boat, Fly; Boat Launch availableHiwassee River Area MapHiwassee River Area Guide
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GPS 35.15006, -84.41638
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Nearby places
- Apalachia Powerhouse Launch Campground (Free Public) 2.9 mi
- Lost Creek Campground Campground (Paid Public) 3.0 mi
- Towee Creek Launch Trailhead 3.7 mi
- Coker Creek Falls Trailhead Trailhead 4.2 mi
- Turtletown Falls Hike Trailhead 4.4 mi
- Big Bend Campground (Free Public) 4.5 mi
- Hood Mountain Overlook Tourist Attraction 4.7 mi
- Childers Creek Trailhead Trailhead 5.0 mi
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