Gorges State Park
Georges State Park is located in Transylvania County, North Carolina and joins the NC/SC state line. It is approximately 45 miles southwest of Asheville. The interim park office is located at the intersection of US 64 and NC 281 South.
 | As the park is currently under construction, this site will continuously be updated. You are encouraged to provide pictures and information about the park that you may have to be selected for this site. |
November - February 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
March & October 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.
April, May, September 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
June - August 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.
At this time, all traditional trails are open. The ongoing evaluation may open additional trails and/or possibly close existing trails in the sensitive areas due to concern for natural resource protection.
Horses and mountain bikes are currently permitted on the following roads: Chestnut Mountain Road from NC 281 southward into the park and Auger Hole Road from Chestnut Mountain Road toward the northeast boundary of the park.
Unlicensed off-road vehicles are currently prohibited by state regulations throughout the State Park System. Licensed 4-wheel drive vehicles are permitted on Auger Hole Road for access to WRC game lands during hunting season.
Currently backpack camping is permitted at traditional sites along the Foothills Trail.
There is currently no official parking area. A parking area with restroom will probably be constructed along NC 281.
Boat access to Lake Jocassee is currently available through Devil's Fork State Park in South Carolina.
Make your visit a safe and rewarding experience. The following rules and regulations are in effect throughout the park for the protection of our natural resources and our visitors. A complete listing of rules is available at the park office and the Transylvania County courthouse.
| The removal of any plant, animal, artifact, rock or mineral is prohibited. |
| All areas managed by the Division of Parks and Recreation are wildlife preserves. Hunting or trapping is prohibited. |
| The boating and fishing regulations of the NC Wildlife Resources Commission are enforced. |
| Firearms and fireworks are not permitted. |
| Fires are permitted in designated areas by permit only. |
| The possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited. |
| Swimming is permitted in designated areas only. |
| Pets must be on a leash no longer than six feet. |
| Horses and mountain bikes are permitted on designated trails only. |
| Unlicensed motor vehicles are prohibited. |
Please stay on designated trails. Many rare plants live on this soils and wet rocks and are vulnerable to damage from climbing, scrambling or scraping.
Gorges State Park
P.O. Box 100
Sapphire NC 28774-0100
828-966-9099
This page was last updated on 09/02/05 08:51 PM