Gorges State Park • Sapphire, Jackson County

This state park is still in development. Waterfalls, gorges, elevation rises 2,000 feet in only three miles, and one of the greatest concentrations of rare and unique plant and animal species in the eastern United States. Extensive hiking trails. Backpack camping, river and lake fishing, picnicking. 828.966.9099. Fees at State Park campgrounds run $20 a day with electric and water hook-ups, $9 for primitive sites. Rates for senior citizens and groups are available. For information about the state park system or to request a brochure call 919.733.PARK or email parkinfo@ncmail.net.

Ralph J. Andrews Campground

This Jackson County Recreation and Parks Department campground is located on Pine Creek Road at Lake Glenville. Full hook-ups, tent sites, primitive campsites, picnic shelter, picnic facilities, fishing, hot showers, bathrooms, and dump station. Open April through October. 828.743.3923