2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC 28646
Be inspired by the views from the highest point in the Blue Ridge and escape to a nature sanctuary of global importance. Cross the famous Mile High Swinging Bridge, photograph native wildlife in natural habitats and hike some of the South's finest alpine trails. Find plenty of picturesque picnicking spots and a restaurant located inside the Wilson Center for Nature Discovery.
Grandfather Mountain is located off of US 221, two miles north of Linville, and one mile south of the Blue Ridge Parkway at milepost 305 (15 miles south of Blowing Rock). Grandfather Mountain is open all year, except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day, weather permitting in winter.
Online reservations are required to guarantee admission.
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Events
Jun 3
Grandfather Mountain's Rhododendron Ramble
Jun 03, 2023 - Jun 03, 2023
Jun 3
National Trails Day at Grandfather Mountain
Jun 03, 2023 - Jun 03, 2023
Jun 4
The All-Day Rhododendron Ramble
Jun 04, 2023 - Jun 04, 2023
Jun 14
Animal Birthday Party at Grandfather Mountain
Jun 14, 2023 - Jun 14, 2023
Jun 17
BioBlitz at Grandfather Mountain
Jun 17, 2023 - Jun 17, 2023
Jul 6
Grandfather Mountain Highland Games
Jul 06, 2023 - Jul 09, 2023
Jul 14
Grandfather By Night
Jul 14, 2023 - Aug 18, 2023
Sep 1
HawkWatch
Sep 01, 2023 - Sep 30, 2023
Sep 23
Annual Girl Scout Day
Sep 23, 2023 - Sep 23, 2023
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