If the Grand Canyon and Jocassee Gorges were twins, they would not be identical twins, obviously – but they could certainly be fraternal twins! Don’t believe us? Keep reading for some comparisons and amazing photos. Jocassee Gorges is surely a lookalike natural wonder in South Carolina that's worth a visit to see in person. If you didn't know there were gorges in South Carolina, then you are in for a big surprise! Let's get this adventure on the move:

Both the Grand Canyon and the Jocassee Gorges have overlooks that people seek out to enjoy the majestic scenery. The colors may vary depending on the time of day, weather conditions, and the time of year for the Jocassee Gorges.

The bold orange and brown fall colors in the Jocassee Gorges create a more striking resemblance.

Here you can compare and contrast the beach areas of each natural wonder.

Lake Jocassee also has multiple waterfalls, some of which are accessible only by boat.

The Grand Canyon is much larger than the Jocassee Gorges, covering well over a million acres of land and reaching 6,000 feet deep at its deepest point.

The Jocassee Gorges cover only about 43,500 acres and have forested slopes dropping 2,000 vertical feet in elevation in a matter of one to two miles.

Rafters enjoy floating down the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon.

Lake Jocassee is also enjoyed by boaters.

The Grand Canyon draws close to five million visitors each year.

Although many have never even heard of the Jocassee Gorges, the natural wonder was ranked 9th out of 50 by National Geographic as One of 50 of the World's Last Great Places.

With all of the similarities and differences between them, both of these natural wonders provide unquestionably spectacular views.

Another place to note that is a great comparison to the gorges in South Carolina is The Havasu Falls which tumble over red rock cliffs and end in a Gatorade-blue pool of water. The falls technically do not lie within the Grand Canyon National Park boundaries but are found on the Havasupai (meaning people of the blue-green waters) Reservation and are not accessible by road. And, of course, this they are just one of the Grand Canyon's multiple waterfalls.

When you plan your trip to see them for yourself in person, check out the hike that takes you down into and through parts of the Jocassee Gorges.

Now that you’ve seen it for yourself, what do you think? Do these two natural wonders pass as fraternal twins for you? Would you add this spot to your South Carolina bucket list? What are some of your favorite natural wonders in South Carolina? Leave your thoughts in the comments section below!

If you love to go hiking, you most likely also love to go camping. If you'd like to try it in an RV but don't have one, visit RVShare. And whether you are new to RVing or are a seasoned pro, here are some great RV tips for your next adventure!

Want more scenic beauty? Then be sure to read The Scenic Drive In South Carolina That Runs Straight Through The Charming Small Town Of Edisto Beach.

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