Gorges State Park
The campground is open year-round. Park hours vary seasonally from 7am-7pm in winter to 7am-10pm May through September. The park is closed only on Christmas Day. Reservations are available through ReserveAmerica.
Flood Watch issued July 22 at 2:31PM EDT until July 23 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of Piedmont and western North Carolina, including the following areas, in Piedmont North Carolina, Alexander, Cabarrus, Catawba, Cleveland, Davie, Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln, Mecklenburg and Rowan. In western North Carolina, Avery, Buncombe, Burke Mountains, Caldwell Mountains, Eastern McDowell, Eastern Polk, Graham, Greater Burke, Greater Caldwell, Greater Rutherford, Haywood, Henderson, Macon, Madison, McDowell Mountains, Mitchell, Northern Jackson, Polk Mountains, Rutherford Mountains, Southern Jackson, Swain, Transylvania and Yancey. * WHEN...From 8 PM EDT this evening through Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations, including urban areas along the I-77 and I-40 corridors. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Waves of heavy rain showers and scattered thunderstorms are forecast to move along a slow-moving cold front tonight into early Thursday. While widespread 1-2 inch rainfall amounts are expected across western North Carolina from this afternoon through tonight, isolated locations are expected to see multiple rounds of very heavy rainfall, and localized amounts as high as 5 inches are possible. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Located in Transylvania County where North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia converge, Gorges State Park campground sits within 8,000 acres of the Blue Ridge Escarpment. The terrain features temperate rainforest conditions with exceptional biodiversity, plunging waterfalls, rugged river gorges, and sheer rock precipices. The park boasts 26 waterfalls including Rainbow Falls and Wintergreen Falls, plus the northern boundary of Lake Jocassee. The campground spans 13 acres with 16 tent campsites, 14 RV campsites offering 20/30/50-amp electric service plus water and sewer hookups, and 5 camper cabins with A/C, heat, and sleeping for six. A modern bathhouse provides hot showers and flush toilets, with potable water spigots throughout the campground and dumpsters for trash. Firewood is available for purchase. Recreational opportunities include 56 miles of hiking trails, 17 miles of mountain biking trails, and 12 miles of equestrian trails. Backcountry camping and fishing are also available. The visitor center offers exhibits and is open daily 9am-5pm. Reservations are made through ReserveAmerica online or by phone.
Directions
From US-64 west of Brevard, take NC-281 south. Turn right onto Grassy Ridge Road and continue to the Grassy Ridge Access and Visitor Center at 976 Grassy Ridge Road, Sapphire, NC 28774.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | Yes |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $27 - $178 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 50ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| gorges@ncparks.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (828) 556-6056 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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