From DIY bear faces, to plastic bottle fireflies, to coloring, and more, come join us in the classroom for a nature themed craft day! Meet in the Visitor's Center Classroom.
Join our park naturalist to learn all about the turtles we have here in Gorges State Park, especially box turtles: North Carolina’s state reptile. Meet in the Visitor's Center Classroom.
Hike with a Ranger! Join Ranger Hill for a short 0.4-mile round trip to one of Gorges State Park’s waterfalls. We will learn how waterfalls are formed and the three different types of waterfalls. Please bring proper footwear and water. Meet at the Bearwallow Picnic Shelter.
What do owls like to munch on? Come find out what this local park predator had for lunch with an owl pellet dissection! Meet in the Visitor's Center classroom.
Join us in celebrating the NC State Park's Year of the Bear with a bear-themed craft. Most ideal for younger guests. Meet at the Visitor Center Classroom.
Come practice internal curiosity in regards to nature. Materials provided but feel free to bring your own. Meet at the Visitor's Center Classroom.
Join a ranger to learn about the many different mammals of Gorges State Park. Come see and touch the furs and skulls of animals such as bobcats, foxes, and bears. We will also learn about some of the characteristics of each of the animals discussed. Meet at the Visitor Center Classroom.
How much do you know about Gorges State Park? Come and test your knowledge and learn something new at Gorges Trivia!
Meet at the Gorges Visitor Center Classroom.
Join a ranger to learn about the shy and nocturnal bobcat. We will learn about its adaptations that make it well-suited to live in the mountains of North Carolina. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Join a Park Ranger and learn how to be cautious around wildlife to protect them and yourselves! Meet in the Visitor's Center.