Hiwassee Scenic River State Park is a natural wonder, offering visitors an abundance of recreational opportunities.
In 1968, the 23-mile section of the Hiwassee Scenic River was designated as the first managed river as part of the Tennessee State Scenic River Program. The river is considered a Class III partially developed river, making it a more intermediate paddling and rafting opportunity.
The park is known for its excellent opportunities for rafting, canoeing, kayaking, birding, fishing, and camping, making it the park where visitors return to time and time again.
TDEC Recreation Assets layer: Asset_Type=Parking, Park=TSP-0140.
TSP API TSP-0140; status open; camping types [‘Group’, ‘Primitive’]. Campgrounds: Hiwassee Scenic River Gee Creek Campground (primitive, reservable=False). Amenities: Birding, Boat Ramp, Campground, Canoe Access, Fishing, Gift Shop, Paddle Rentals, Playground, Scenic River, Swimming, Trails, Visitor Center
Parking & getting there
Maps & guidebooks
- Hiwassee Scenic River State Park - Printable Trail Map-Hiwassee RiverINTERACTIVE
- Hiwassee Scenic River State Park - Printable Campground MapINTERACTIVE
- Hiwassee Scenic River State Park - TVA Water Trail Guide-Hiwassee RiverPDF
- Hiwassee Scenic River State Park - Polk County Wayfinding MapINTERACTIVE
- Hiwassee Scenic River State Park - Offline-Use GPS Map-Hiwassee RiverINTERACTIVE
- Hiwassee River_Brochure_2026_ForWeb.pdfPDF
- Hiwassee Scenic River SP parkingARCGIS FEATURE SERVICE
Close to here
Lost Corral Horse Camp
Gee Creek Campground
Hiwassee River Small Boat Launch
Gee Creek Boat Ramp (Hiwassee River)
Quinn Springs Recreation Area
Source: Tennessee State Parks · Also listed at tnstateparks.com
