Murphy Living
 Parents will be pleased to know that their children’s educational needs will be provided by the Cherokee County Schools District which currently includes one youth school, four elementary schools, three elementary/middle schools, two middle schools and four high schools. Campuses for the Tri-County Community College are located near Murphy, in addition to the John C. Campbell Folk School. The John C. Campbell Folk School is a special institution that sits on 380 acres in a rolling valley and surrounded by beautiful natural surroundings. Here, visitors and residents can participate and experience a special blend of history and art classes and programs for all ages.
Cherokee County has three public lakes: Hiwassee Lake with 163 miles of shoreline, Apalachia Lake, which is surrounded by US Forest Service land and has limited access; and Cherokee Lake, which has an easily accessible fishing pier. Fishing, boating and swimming are available at these locations. The Southern Highroads, a 364-mile circular trail that extends through four states, Tennessee, Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina, runs right through the town of Murphy. This trail encompasses 13 counties and four national forests and allows the traveler to experience first hand the charm and uniqueness of the communities and natural surroundings. White water rafting on one of the area’s many rivers is another popular attraction. Cherokee County alone has an estimated 8,700 acres of clear lake water available for rafting, fishing, water skiing, boating, and swimming. For the avid golfer, there are five professional golf courses in the area. |
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