The project master plan envisions a 3-mile heritage trail
following the Hiwassee River and the Valley River,
which meet and surround the historic town center of
Murphy, the Cherokee County seat.

Phase 3 completed in 2006, and Phase 4 is well on its way. Enjoy The River Walk, and visit the new Pool & Wellness Center along the way.

Edwin Manchester, project manager, and his wife Esther were among the crowd who joined the celebration of the River Walk opening in 2003.

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Initiated as a multi-phase master plan concept
in July of 2002, we are pleased to report that the River Walk project was formally endorsed by the Mayor & Town Council of Murphy, and the Cherokee County Board of Commissioners, on January 6, 2003. Phase 1 opened in the fall of 2003, and a master plan for its future phases was completed by the fall of 2004. Phase 2 was constructed and opened for use in January 2005.

Now planned for construction in 7 phases, the approximate 3-mile trail carries the potential of far reaching benefits to the community- health and recreational enhancements to Konehete Park and the new pool & wellness center facility on the board; economic renewal stimulus for historic town center renewal and the attraction of new business & industry to the community; environmental conservation; cultural and historic preservation; native plant and wildlife education; and more. . .we're excited about connecting the recreational, residential and commercial areas of the historic Cherokee County seat with the River Walk.

Fund-raising for future construction activities.
Your tax deductible contribution is gratefully accepted at any time and in any amount- just designate your check for the River Walk, payable to Heritage Partners of Cherokee County, P.O. Box 1152, Murphy, NC 28906.