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Gorges State Park Campground

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Key facts

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Booking & season

SeasonOpen year-round

Facilities & details

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Fee
Reservation
Tents
Caravans / RV
Backcountry
Group only
Toilets
Drinking water
Showers
Internet
Open fires
Wheelchairlimited

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🏞️ Attractions

Indian Camp FallsWaterfalls0.5 km · ~6 min walkDirections ↗
Chute FallsWaterfalls0.5 km · ~6 min walkDirections ↗
Chestnut Mountain (855 m)
Chestnut Mountain (855 m)Summits & peaks

mountain in Transylvania County, North Carolina, United States of America (GNIS ID = 1019638)

3.2 km · ~17 min driveDirections ↗
Toxaway Game LandParks & play3.3 km · ~18 min driveDirections ↗
Gorges Overlook
Gorges OverlookAttractions

Gorges State Park is a 7,709-acre (31.20 km2) North Carolina state park in Transylvania County, North Carolina in the United States and along with other conservation lands is part of a 100,000+ acre conservation corridor stretching some 80 miles along the NC/SC state line. The land, along Jocassee Gorges, was purchased by the state from Duke Energy Corporation in 1999. It is North Carolina's weste

3.8 km · ~9 min driveDirections ↗
Rainbow FallsAttractions4.4 km · ~9 min driveDirections ↗
Roundtop (1,051 m)Summits & peaks

mountain in North Carolina, United States of America

4.9 km · ~12 min driveDirections ↗
Puncheon Camp Mountain (1,083 m)Summits & peaks

mountain in North Carolina, United States of America

9.8 km · ~18 min driveDirections ↗
Sowell TrailTrails & trailheads19.4 km · ~23 min driveDirections ↗
Cold Mountain Gap trailheadTrails & trailheads20.1 km · ~40 min driveDirections ↗
Sandbar Pool BeachBeaches & swimming20.1 km · ~38 min driveDirections ↗
Laurel Fork Heritage PreserveParks & play42.5 km · ~64 min driveDirections ↗

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Good to know

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How much does it cost to camp at Gorges State Park Campground?

Gorges State Park Campground charges a camping fee.

Do I need to book ahead for Gorges State Park Campground?

Reservations: yes. You can check availability on the official website.

Can I bring an RV or caravan to Gorges State Park Campground?

Yes, caravans and RVs are welcome.

Can I pitch a tent at Gorges State Park Campground?

Yes, tent camping is allowed.

Are campfires allowed at Gorges State Park Campground?

Yes, campfires are permitted — always check for seasonal fire bans before you go.

Is there drinking water at Gorges State Park Campground?

Yes, drinking water is available.

Are there toilets at Gorges State Park Campground?

Yes, toilets are available on site.

Are showers available at Gorges State Park Campground?

Yes, showers are available.

Is there WiFi at Gorges State Park Campground?

No, there's no internet access on site.

Is Gorges State Park Campground wheelchair accessible?

Partially — wheelchair access is limited.

Who runs Gorges State Park Campground?

Gorges State Park Campground is operated by North Carolina State Parks.

When is Gorges State Park Campground open?

Gorges State Park Campground is open year-round.

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