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Conservation & Interpretation

Welcome to a Righteous Mountain

MacRae Peak"Righteous" is a fitting adjective for Grandfather Mountain because this magnificent landmark is one of the few places in the Southeast that remains in "right relationship" with creation. Indeed, when conservationist John Muir visited Grandfather in 1898 he described the experience as, "the face of all Heaven come to earth."

Grandfather Mountain has been a wildlife sanctuary and nature preserve for decades. The management of the Mountain seeks to steward the property in a way that protects the natural wonder of the geographic landmark AND offers the general public access to its fantastic scenery.

Guests to the attraction can rest assured that Grandfather Mountain is diligently working to conserve its valuable resources while searching for new ways to interpret its wonders for the public.

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What People Say…

"We visited the mountain today with our three sons. Because of the beautiful country we have (Venezuela), we are accustomed to wildlife, to the beauty of nature, to biodiversity. But being at Grandfather Mountain was a gorgeous and unexpected experience. Great landscapes, clear and clean air, extreme calm, beautiful animals and the loving care we saw in the employees made us believe we were very near to God. Keep on maintaining this place just as it is: A paradise."

Richard & Evelyn

Maracaibo, Venezuela