Notable viewpoint · Swain, North Carolina

The Gorges

The Gorges is a viewpoint in Swain, North Carolina.

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The Gorges: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this viewpoint: Open, good conditions · Very crowded · Approach road bad · Closed / not accessible.

Best time to visit The Gorges

Season: October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach The Gorges — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 35.59497, -83.26560. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    What is the best time to visit The Gorges?

    October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near The Gorges?

    Nearby: Mount Sequoyah (viewpoint, 11 km), Marks Knob (viewpoint, 12 km), Mount Chapman (viewpoint, 13 km), Mount Hardison (viewpoint, 13 km), Charlies Bunyon (viewpoint, 14 km), Tricorner Knob (viewpoint, 14 km).

    Is The Gorges worth visiting?

    The Gorges is listed as a notable viewpoint in North Carolina on Spotwander.