Hiwassee River Area
Federal / Recreation.gov
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 Hiwassee River Area Guide
Location
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35.15006, -84.41638
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Trip-ready check
Live · National Weather Service · updated 9:10 AMWhat to check the night before you leave — forecast, alerts, and daylight for Farner, TN.
Today
88°F
Sunny
wind 0 to 5 mph
Tonight
67°F
Partly Cloudy
1% rain · wind 0 to 5 mph
Friday
88°F
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
17% rain · wind 0 to 5 mph
Friday Night
68°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
49% rain · wind 0 to 5 mph
Saturday
83°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
91% rain · wind 0 to 5 mph
Saturday Night
67°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
91% rain · wind 0 mph
Forecast: weather.gov point forecast. Conditions change — re-check the morning you leave.
Everything you need to know
- Drive time (set your own plan)
- Not estimated for this listing — map it from your home
- Access
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- Hike-in
- Confirm on site / map
- Pass required
- Check the facility page (day-use fees vary; many federal sites are free)
- Parking
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- Camping
- No camping here (facility) — camp nearby
- Max stay
- Check local rules
- Reservation
- None for day use
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