North Carolina Mountain Area State Parks
Gorges State Park

About:
Plunging waterfalls, rugged river gorges, sheer rock walls and one of the greatest concentrations of rare and unique species in the eastern United States are found within Gorges State Park. 
Things to do:
Camping, fishing and boating access, trails, picnicking
Park hours:
November-February, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
March and October, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
April, May, September, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
June-August, 8 a.m.-9 p.m. 
Closed Christmas Day
Park Address/Phone Number:
PO Box 100, Sapphire, N.C. 28774-0100
(828) 966-9099
Park fees:
Backpack campsites: $9 per site, per day. Picnic table, fire ring and lantern hook at each site. Pit toilets nearby. 

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