Grandfather Mountain, Nature on a Whole Different Level
Mile High Swinging BridgeWildlife HabitatsNature Walks & Hiking TrailsConservation & InterpretationPlanning Your VisitCalendar of Events

About Grandfather Mountain

Reasons to Visit

Key reasons to visit

  • Beautiful mountain scenery
  • Highest peak in the Blue Ridge mountains affords 360-degree vistas of the surrounding region
  • Mile High Swinging Bridge
  • Environmental habitats for native wildlife including bears, bear cubs, cougars, otters, Bald and Golden eagles, and deer
  • Natural History Museum
  • South’s best alpine hiking trails
  • Hundreds of picnic tables in scenic settings
  • Restaurant and gift shops
Photos, Virtual Tours & More…Get the Monthly NewsletterTell Us About Your ExperienceSend an E-card to a Friend
 
What People Say…

"My husband and I came up to Grandfather Mtn and it was just amazing. I loved it! Seeing the clouds right below was unbelievable. I wanted to stay and never come back home. Can't wait to see the remodel! "

Heather

Elk City, Ok