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COVID-19 UPDATE

We are still in Phase 2 of our reopening. The trails are open! Our visitors center is still closed but there are staff available to answer any questions you may have at the entrance to the visitors center. Bathrooms are still open. Please wear a mask and stay socially distant from others not in your group!

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Hike with Ranger Coburn to Upper Bearwallow Falls

by Katie S | June 8, 2020 | Blog, Hiking Tips | 0 Comments

Ranger Coburn took some time out of her busy day to take us on a virtual hike to Upper Bearwallow...

Gorges State Park to Open May 13

by Katie S | May 8, 2020 | Blog, NC State Park News, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

We're so excited to announce that Gorges State Park will reopen on May 13 at 7 AM! On May 13, the...

Pandemic Park Update

by Katie S | May 1, 2020 | Blog, NC State Park News | 0 Comments

We and the Gorges State Park staff have missed seeing you! Our wonderful Ranger Coburn took some...

How Gorges was Saved

by Katie S | September 27, 2019 | Blog, NC State Park News | 0 Comments

Huge thanks go to Blue Ridge Outdoors magazine for their efforts to bring to light a story that...

Welcome to New Gorges State Park Staff!

by Bob | May 13, 2019 | Blog, NC State Park News | 0 Comments

For the first time in some time, our ranger complement is at full staff. In 2018, we were so...

2017 Total Solar Eclipse Overview Video

by Katie S | July 31, 2018 | Blog, Events | 0 Comments

While it's been almost a year since that out-of-this-world experience, we can't help...

MicroEye Interactive Microscopes Installed at Gorges State Park

by Bob | December 11, 2017 | Blog | 0 Comments

We are thrilled to announce that we installed a MicroEye Interactive Microscope at Gorges...

A Perfect WNC Day

by Katie S | May 31, 2016 | Blog, Hiking Tips, Visitors Trips | 0 Comments

This time of year in Western North Carolina sees thousands of visitors every weekend. From...

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“Pure, raw wilderness with insane rapids and waterfalls. Went on a 4 day hike through there and there is no other place like it on earth.”

Henry Morris Austin IV (Facebook Fan)

“Great trails, great signage, incredible scenery. HIGHLY recommend for any outdoor enthusiast in the area!”

Doug Alexander (Facebook Fan)

“Amazing visitor center and picnic area. Clean, well maintained. Variety of hikes for different skill levels. Can spend an hour plus alone just in the visitor center. Great history of this area.”

Kimberly B (TripAdvisor Fan)

“My husband and I went on a second honeymoon to Sapphire Valley. We went to Gorges State Park for a hike to see waterfalls. Be sure to stop at the ranger station. They are great at giving instructions and a map for the different waterfalls to walk to.”

Wendy L (TripAdvisor Fan)

What are folks saying about the Park?

We are thankful for the beautiful photos provided by Bob Andrews, Emily Felty, Bernie Boyer and Nate Glasser.

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2020 Membership Drive

COVID-19 UPDATE

Learn how you can help improve the Park!

Hike with Ranger Coburn to Upper Bearwallow Falls

Gorges State Park to Open May 13

Pandemic Park Update

How Gorges was Saved

Welcome to New Gorges State Park Staff!

2017 Total Solar Eclipse Overview Video

MicroEye Interactive Microscopes Installed at Gorges State Park

A Perfect WNC Day

“Pure, raw wilderness with insane rapids and waterfalls. Went on a 4 day hike through there and there is no other place like it on earth.”

“Great trails, great signage, incredible scenery. HIGHLY recommend for any outdoor enthusiast in the area!”

“Amazing visitor center and picnic area. Clean, well maintained. Variety of hikes for different skill levels. Can spend an hour plus alone just in the visitor center. Great history of this area.”

“My husband and I went on a second honeymoon to Sapphire Valley. We went to Gorges State Park for a hike to see waterfalls. Be sure to stop at the ranger station. They are great at giving instructions and a map for the different waterfalls to walk to.”

What are folks saying about the Park?

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