Nature Photography Weekend

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC

This popular shutterbug weekend includes presentations from top nature photographers, hands-on breakout sessions, a friendly contest and the rare opportunity to photograph the mountain’s spectacular scenery and native animals before […]

Animal Birthday Party

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC

Join us to celebrate the birthdays of our resident animals with games, contests, crafts and surprises. The park's wildlife habitat staff hosts a fun-filled afternoon for guests, as well as […]

BioBlitz

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC

Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation Staff joins N.C. State Parks and other conservation agencies to survey the unique ecology found on the mountain. A BioBlitz is a communal citizen-science effort to […]

Educator Workshop: Project WILD

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC

NOTE: This Educator Workshop is intended specifically for educators — not the general public. WILD: Bears will focus on black bears in North Carolina. A majority of the workshop will be spent learning about the life history and current research on black bears, as well as activities that can be incorporated into educators’ programs.

Grandfather by Night

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC

Explore Grandfather Mountain after hours with your own personal guides. You’ll discover some of the park’s nighttime wonders, while stopping at its most significant sites. Watch a stunning Grandfather sunset, […]

Grandfather by Night

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC

Explore Grandfather Mountain after hours with your own personal guides. You’ll discover some of the park’s nighttime wonders, while stopping at its most significant sites. Watch a stunning Grandfather sunset, […]

Adult Field Course: Nature and Forest Therapy

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC

Join Mattie Decker, a certified forest therapy guide, for a relaxing two to 2.5 hour stroll through the forest at our stunning Grandfather Mountain. Through a series of invitations, you […]

Educator Workshop: Leave No Trace Trainer

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC

NOTE: This Educator Workshop is intended specifically for educators — not the general public. The mission of Leave No Trace is to use the power of science, education, and stewardship […]

Grandfather by Night

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC

Explore Grandfather Mountain after hours with your own personal guides. Discover some of the park’s nighttime wonders, while stopping at its most significant sites, and more.

Educator Workshop: Methods of Teaching Environmental Education

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC

NOTE: This Educator Workshop is intended specifically for educators — not the general public. The focus of this 10-hour Methods of Teaching Environmental Education workshop is to prepare participants from […]

Free

Animal Enrichment Day

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC

On Animal Enrichment Day, guests will see firsthand how Grandfather Mountain cares for its resident animals. Visitors can enjoy watching demonstrations, talk directly with keepers and participate in family-oriented games and crafts. Included with admission.

Grandfather by Night

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC

Explore Grandfather Mountain after hours with your own guides. You’ll discover some of the nighttime wonders through the park, while stopping at its most significant sites. Watch a stunning Grandfather sunset, and experience the mountain as never before! Additional cost.

Grandfather Mountain | Home to the Swinging Bridge, Animal Habitats and Nature Museum

GPS: 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC 28646
Mailing: PO Box 129, Linville, NC 28646
1-800-468-7325

Owned & operated by Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation.
Go here for Grandfather Mountain State Park information.
Member of Southern Highlands Attractions