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Hiwassee River Area

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35.15006
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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

USGS Topo Good road labels

Nearby (≈ 5 miles)

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Relief / Topo Great for terrain & contours

Weather (5-day)

Mon, Mar 2
52° / 63°
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Tue, Mar 3
48° / 64°
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Wed, Mar 4
48° / 72°
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Thu, Mar 5
52° / 74°
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Fri, Mar 6
57° / 78°
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