Hiwassee Lake in Cherokee County is a place that will leave you feeling refreshed and in touch with nature.With a few exceptions the majority of Lake Hiwassee is owned by TVA and the U.S. Forest Service, and surrounded by the Nantahala National Forest, this lake offers a "Peaceful" mountain setting while you enjoy your favorite lake activity.
Lake Hiwassee is 22 miles long and has over 163 miles of shoreline. That is 6,090 acres that this Lake covers for you knowledge driven enthusiast! Lake Hiwassee has two major functions; generating power, and flood control. Hiwassee Lake is controlled by the TVA, and water levels are controlled. Primarily lower water levels in the Winter and then reaching its fullest level in the Summer months.
Now the third primary use of Lake Hiwassee is Boating, Skiing, Fishing, Swimming, Sun Bathing, hanging with your favorite people, or sitting quietly reading a book. Lake Hiwassee and Dukes Hideaway Marina offer something for everyone.
Lake Hiwassee is 22 miles long and has over 163 miles of shoreline. That is 6,090 acres that this Lake covers for you knowledge driven enthusiast! Lake Hiwassee has two major functions; generating power, and flood control. Hiwassee Lake is controlled by the TVA, and water levels are controlled. Primarily lower water levels in the Winter and then reaching its fullest level in the Summer months.
Now the third primary use of Lake Hiwassee is Boating, Skiing, Fishing, Swimming, Sun Bathing, hanging with your favorite people, or sitting quietly reading a book. Lake Hiwassee and Dukes Hideaway Marina offer something for everyone.