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Murphy is an old town in Cherokee County nestled in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains. The town, established in 1839, is set on the confluence of the Hiawassee and Valley Rivers in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. Because of its location, Murphy is a wonderful place to experience the splendor and serenity of nature.

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The Great Outdoors

Lake Hiwassee in Murphy is considered one of the most scenic lakes in North Carolina. Surrounded by the Cherokee and Nantahala National Forest, the natural lake is fed by the Hiwassee, Nottely, and Valley Rivers and covers approximately 6,090 acres. In some places, the lake is more than 200 feet deep. Recreation activities at Lake Hiwassee include boating, fishing, swimming, and water skiing. All of this set against a stunning mountain landscape makes Lake Hiwassee one of the most spectacular lakes in the Carolinas.

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Search for an RV in Cherokee County and you can stay at one of the several RV parks in the area. One option is Rivers Edge Mountain RV Resort. The RV park is located along the banks of the Nottley River and the foothills of the Smoky Mountains. The resort has several back-in and pull-through sites, each with full hookups and 50 amp electrical service. Each campsite is outfitted with a picnic table, fire ring, and concrete parking pad. Amenities include an outside picnic pavilion and barbecue area, laundry facilities, and a private bathhouse with hot showers. Should you encounter an issue with your RV, full service certified RV mechanics are on site and provide services via appointment. Bring your pets, too, because they are welcome here.

Exploring the City

Interested in learning more about Cherokee County? Then stop by the Cherokee County Historical Museum. In downtown Murphy, the museum displays the colorful history of Native American and pioneer settlers. The exhibits showcase more than 2,000 Cherokee artifacts, interpretations of local Cherokee culture and history, and vintage farm implements and household items. The museum also serves as the interpretive center for the Trail of Tears National Historic Trail.

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Recent RV rental reviews in Murphy

Ximena S.

January, 2025

Cory was incredibly responsive and helpful throughout our trip. The camper was clean, comfortable, and perfect for our family of four. We had a great experience!
Jeremy M.

January, 2025

The RV had everything we needed for our family of 4 to take a trip out west for Christmas. Rick was great to work with from pickup to drop off. I would recommend this tonanyine looking or rent agin for our family. No issues and great host!
Susana M.

January, 2025

It was wonderful, the host was very helpful and dropped off camper at the perfect time. We have our own camp site and everything worked out just right. So glad we found you. Until next time.

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