Access Site
NC
Hiwassee Street Boat Ramp
City: Murphy, NC
County: Cherokee
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 35.08478083, -84.03678171
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Hiwassee River
4 runsDifficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site:
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This location is on the run
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I-II
Take-out at this location
US Route 64 at Hayesville to US Route 64 west of Peachridge
22.3 mi
III-IV
Downstream from here (23.4 mi to put-in)
1. Dries: Turtletown Creek to Apalachia Powerhouse
5.7 mi
32 ft/mi
II
Downstream from here (28.8 mi to put-in)
2. Apalachia Powerhouse to Reliance
5.6 mi
I-II
Downstream from here (32.5 mi to put-in)
3. Reliance to U.S. 411 Bridge
4.9 mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Hiwassee Street Boat Ramp in Murphy provides public, free 24-hour access to the Hiwassee River, a large stream (Stream Order 7) with substantial flow averaging nearly 4,900 cubic feet per second. Located at the intersection of Peachtree, Valley River, Hiwassee, and Tennessee Streets, the ramp features a floating dock suitable for launching kayaks, canoes, and motorboats. The facility is maintained by the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission as part of their public boating access network.
Paddlers should be prepared for the Hiwassee's moderate-to-strong current, with an average velocity of 5 feet per second and a notable gradient of 16.7 feet per mile. The river in this area flows through scenic mountain terrain near Murphy in the headwaters region. This access point offers opportunities for both paddling and fishing from the dock. For those seeking overnight accommodations, Fires Creek Hunters Camp is located within 10 miles of the ramp.
Paddlers should be prepared for the Hiwassee's moderate-to-strong current, with an average velocity of 5 feet per second and a notable gradient of 16.7 feet per mile. The river in this area flows through scenic mountain terrain near Murphy in the headwaters region. This access point offers opportunities for both paddling and fishing from the dock. For those seeking overnight accommodations, Fires Creek Hunters Camp is located within 10 miles of the ramp.
Federal Facility Information
Free Access
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Nearby Campgrounds (1 within 10 miles)
Fires Creek Hunters Camp
On-site