Hiwassee River Area

View of Hiwassee River from Hood Mountain Overlook in Cherokee National Forest [http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/stelprdb5274060.jpg] 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 available * Hiwassee River Area Map [http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5262816.pdf] * Hiwassee River Area Guide [http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5275530.pdf]