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South Mountains

South Mountains State Park is a North Carolina state park in Burke County, North Carolina in the United States.

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Nearby Parks Around South Mountains

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108.9 mi away

Great Smoky

National Park · NC

129.8 mi away

Congaree

National Park · SC

273.4 mi away

Mammoth Cave

National Park · KY

293.4 mi away

Shenandoah

National Park · VA

391.5 mi away

Cuyahoga

National Park · OH

510.4 mi away

Indiana Dunes

National Park · IN

Nearby Points of Interest Around South Mountains

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79.1 mi away

Cataloochee Valley

Served as a refuge for Cherokee indians trying to avoid deportation.

83.1 mi away

Cataloochee Valley

Great area for viewing wildlife in a quiet, historic setting.

83.3 mi away

Cataloochee

Was once home to a substantial Appalachian community and Cherokee hunting ground.

83.5 mi away

Cataloochee Campground

This secluded campground offers a rustic escape deep within the historic Cataloochee Valley of Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

83.5 mi away

Cataloochee Creek

One of the best streams in the park.

83.6 mi away

Boogerman Loop

This popular trail follows a picturesque creek through iconic Appalachian forests.