“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)
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Current Month
november
Basics of Astronomy: Night Sky ProgramVisitors Center976 Grassy Ridge Road Sapphire, NC 28774
Join Ranger Coburn at Gorges State Park to enjoy the night skies and learn more about those stars above us. There will be a brief talk about how astronomy began
Event Details
Join Ranger Coburn at Gorges State Park to enjoy the night skies and learn more about those stars above us. There will be a brief talk about how astronomy began and basics to learning constellations. If skies are clear, I will bring out one of our telescopes to view some objects if possible. If weather is bad, Fear Not! there will still be a way to learn and explore space. Please bring warm clothes and maybe a thermos of coffee!
(forecasted on November 10)
Time
(Friday) 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm EST
Location
Visitors Center
976 Grassy Ridge Road Sapphire, NC 28774
Organizer
Interpretive & Education Programs, Gorges State Park
