Murphy / Peace Valley KOA Holiday Blog
2025 Camping Season is Here! Reserve Now – Extended Stays Available
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Be looking for the Yellow banner.
From Murphy, NC and points West: Drive east on US Hwy. 74, watch for mile marker 24. 3/10 mile past mile marker 24 turn RIGHT onto Happy Valley Road.
From Asheville/Bryson City/Andrews, NC and points East: Drive west on US Hwys. 19/74, watch for mile marker 25. 7/10 miles past mile marker 25 turn LEFT onto Happy Valley Rd.
I-75 Southbound from Points North of Cleveland, TN: Exit #25 (Route 60 East): Exit Rte. 60 at Hwy. 64/74 East. Continue into NC and follow directions above continuing on Hwy. 74 just past mile marker 24.
Explore the Peaceful Valley River
About the Valley River
KOA Murphy/Peace Valley is nestled on the banks of the majestic Valley River, a tributary of the Hiawassee River. The Valley River, fed by natural springs, begins at the Nantahala Forest, and winds through the valley between Andrews, NC and Murphy, NC.
Wildlife of the Valley River
The Valley River, and its tributaries, is a diverse ecosystem with an immense variety of local fauna. You may expect to see deer, river otters, beavers, groundhogs, and muskrats. Local bird species such as mallards, hawks, kingfishers, bald eagles, wood ducks, herons, ospreys and Canada geese are also plentiful along the Valley River.
It is also important to note that copperhead snakes and timber rattlesnakes populate this area, so caution is advised. Additionally, while black bears are numerous in the local area, they generally avoid the river itself, however, it is best to be aware while enjoying river activities.
Fishing the Valley River
Fishing season in the North Carolina, hatchery-supported trout waters opens the first Monday in April, yearly. The season closes temporarily in the month of March for restocking. The North Carolina Department of Natural Resources stocks the river with rainbow, brown, and brook trout. Other native fish species in the Valley River include catfish, bream and smallmouth bass.
A fishing license is required for all adults fishing in the Valley River. Adult licenses can be purchased online, and at retailers within five minutes from the KOA Murphy/Peace Valley Campground. Children under 16 years old may fish for free, no license required.
Come join us at KOA Murphy/Peace Valley for a relaxing stay along the banks of the Valley River. Whether you are tubing, fishing, sightseeing or just exploring the banks of the Valley River, there is something for everyone to enjoy!
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