Hiwassee Street Slipway is a public boat ramp on Hiwassee River in Murphy, NC. There's no launch fee according to the map data. It's about 61 miles from Knoxville, TN, as the crow flies. If it's full, Payne Street Slipway in Murphy is under 1 mile away.
| Type | Public boat ramp |
|---|---|
| Address | Murphy, NC |
| Water | Hiwassee River |
| Surface | concrete |
| Launch fee | free |
Rules and closures near Murphy: North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission.
Hiwassee Street Slipway is one of 3 public launches on Hiwassee River. Hiwassee River overview
Guide: How to launch a boat from a trailer.
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Illustration The classic ramp mistake
A spare snap-handle plug in the glove box, and the full launch checklist that keeps the line moving.
Launch checklist
Illustration Loading the boat
How to winch your boat on in a minute, and the small upgrades that make the drive home safer.
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Hiwassee Street Slipway is in Murphy, North Carolina. Use the directions button, which routes to the exact pin of Hiwassee Street Slipway.
Hiwassee Street Slipway is on Hiwassee River.
Launching at Hiwassee Street Slipway costs nothing, going by the map data.
Usually yes, as long as you keep the lane at Hiwassee Street Slipway clear for trailers.
Payne Street Slipway in Murphy (under 1 mile), Ramsey Bend Slipway in Murphy (3.2 miles) and Hanging Dog Recreation Area Slipway in Murphy (3.3 miles).
Boat Ramps Nearby