Gorges State Park

Gorges State Park is set in the midst of plunging waterfalls, rugged river gorges, sheer rock walls and a high concentration of rare species, and exploration of this unique environment often begins at the expansive visitor center with its museum-quality exhibits, augmented by picnic grounds and shelters. Backcountry-style recreation is a hallmark of Gorges with distance hiking, backpack camping, trout fishing, mountain biking and horseback riding welcome in various parts of the rugged interior. The 7,500-acre park incorporates a portion the long-distance Foothills Trail and touches Lake Jocassee at the South Carolina border. Trails and campsites continue to be developed at this relatively new state park.
 

Reservations
 

  Find and book a campsite or facility online

  Or make your reservation at 1-877-722-6762
 

Notices and alerts
 

Now hiring

Gorges State Park is currently accepting applications for the following seasonal positions:

• Office Assistant
• Maintenance Worker

Campground hosts needed

Gorges State Park is looking for campground hosts for 2023. Please email the park at gorges@ncparks.gov or call 828-966-9099 to apply or for more information.

Campground information

The new campground opening has been delayed until summer 2022, but we will post updates on this page if there are further delays.

Caution in waterfall areas

Please follow safety rules and encourage others to do the same when you are near waterfall areas.

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28774 Sapphire, NC