Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park, North Carolina, United States

4.5 (2.601 reviews) Saturday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM Spent Ranking #1 in North Carolina Nature & Wildlife Areas • Lookouts • Hiking Trails

Great place to visit along with seeing Lake Lure

Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park is an international outdoor destination in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western NC, attracting visitors from around the world. Highlights include:- 75-mile panoramic views overlooking Lake Lure- 404-foot waterfall, one of the highest of its kind east of the Mississippi River- The Last of the Mohicans scenes were filmed here- ancient geologic formations- 198-foot tunnel & elevator inside the mountain- six scenic hiking trails- guided rock climbing & more The Park's modernized elevator offers a handicap-accessible 35-sec. ride to the iconic Chimney, an alternative to "nature's Ultimate Stairmaster," the Outcroppings trail. Chimney Rock has something for everyone from the family-friendly Great Woodland Adventure trail to the stunning Skyline trail to Exclamation Point. Recognized as one of the Southeast’s most iconic outdoor attractions, Chimney Rock is located 25 miles southeast of Asheville on Highway 64/74A in Chimney Rock, NC
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Address

431 Main St., Chimney Rock, NC 28720

Mobile

+1 828-625-9611

Website

http://www.chimneyrockpark.com

Email

[email protected]

Working hours

Monday : 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday : 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday : 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday : 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday : 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday : 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Sunday : 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Current local date and time now

Saturday, May 04, 2024, 21:42

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5letiadg1 5:00 PM May 5, 2022
One of our best day adventures
We had a lovely day at Chimney Rock I would recommend that it would be worthwhile for anyone, adults and children. Of course the views were breathtaking but I personally was unaware that they had wildlife encounters, I pet a possum, that was soft like a cat, and a black snake. They have a walking trail just for children that is short and informational. They do not have multi day passes but a guest can go in at 4 (shorter lines) stay for a few hours and then go back the next day for free?. Day passes are $17 but an annual pass is $32 and numerous discounts are available. They have multiple hiking trails from fairly easy to difficult, we walked to the waterfalls which is a fairly easy hike. Average time needed for what we did would require about 2-3 hours not including lunch.They do have special events and tours which can be found on their website and family passes that can only be purchased on line. Bathrooms and water stations are very available as are snack areas. In the village they have a full restaurant called Old Rock, where we had lunch, the sandwiches and fries were great and they also have nice salads.The village itself is very inviting with some cute shops and the river through the village is spectacular.
5djreinzan 5:00 PM May 15, 2022
Great place to visit along with seeing Lake Lure
Nice view from the top, easy ride on the elevator up 27 stories I believe it was. Once on top there is a shop, little eats place. Walk through this to get to a couple flights of steps to be on top of the rock. There are more steps to get to the very top of the mountain if you feel the need. The trail to Hickory Nut Falls isn't too long, but easier on the way down for sure. Beautiful falls for sure to see. We went about 8:30 in the morning on a Sunday, no crowd whatsoever at all. Great place to visit and stay.