Viewed
from afar, the blue hue is unmistakable. The sudden, sheer rise of the majestic Blue Ridge
Mountains leaves little doubt as to why the Cherokee Indians named it the "Blue
Wall." Fortunately, the unspoiled beauty of this wilderness has been preserved and
remains much the way the Cherokee Indians found it - wild, raw, rugged, and pure. A place
where you can experience Mother Nature's masterpiece!The Jocassee Gorges is a special place indeed. The 42,500 acres of mighty
peaks and steep gorges is home to an assortment of rare and endangered species. In
addition, two of the four National Wild Rivers in the Southeast course through this
wilderness, cascading over towering cliffs to
create some of the most dramatic waterfalls
imaginable.
While exploring this territory, you will be filled with awe
and inspiration as you discover one spectacular vista after another. Of course, small
wonders can be found everywhere - the delicate, white flowers of the
Oconee Bell; tracks
of bobcats, foxes, or weasels; songs of the warbler; and rocks worn smooth by decades of
rushing water.
The grandeurs of nature will surround you as you pursue your passion -
exploring a secret corner of earth on horseback or foot, catching a prized trout, canoeing
through crystal-clear rivers, camping under the stars, or capturing the many fantastic
scenes of nature on film.
Whatever your
interests, a trip to the Jocassee Gorges offers the opportunity to rediscover the peace
and tranquility that can only be found in the quiet heart of the wilderness. So answer the
call of the wild!
