Daily Programs
September 2019
HawkWatch
All throughout September, guests are invited to join the mountain’s naturalists as they count and celebrate the annual spectacle of the fall raptor migration. Participants can meet daily at Linville Peak, across the Mile High Swinging Bridge, weather permitting.
Find out more »Otter Encounter
Join a Grandfather Mountain habitat keeper at the river otter overlook for an Otter Encounter! Encounters provide an opportunity to see the animals up close and learn about those native to the mountains of North Carolina. Animals will receive an enrichment toy or treat, and staff will be available to answer questions.
Find out more »Bear Encounter
Join a Grandfather Mountain habitat keeper at the bear overlook for a Bear Encounter! Encounters provide an opportunity to see the animals up close and learn about those native to the mountains of North Carolina. Animals will receive an enrichment toy or treat, and staff will be available to answer questions.
Find out more »Elk Encounter
Join a Grandfather Mountain habitat keeper at the elk overlook for an Elk Encounter! Encounters provide an opportunity to see the animals up close and learn about those native to the mountains of North Carolina. Animals will receive an enrichment toy or treat, and staff will be available to answer questions.
Find out more »Cougar Encounter
Join a Grandfather Mountain habitat keeper at the cougar overlook for a Cougar Encounter! Encounters provide an opportunity to see the animals up close and learn about those native to the mountains of North Carolina. Animals will receive an enrichment toy or treat, and staff will be available to answer questions.
Find out more »Eagle Encounter
Join a Grandfather Mountain habitat keeper at the eagle overlook for an Eagle Encounter! Encounters provide an opportunity to see the animals up close and learn about those native to the mountains of North Carolina. Animals will receive an enrichment toy or treat, and staff will be available to answer questions.
Find out more »Peaks and Profiles
Join Grandfather Mountain's expert naturalists by the Mile High Swinging Bridge to learn more about the mountain's unique weather, climate, flora and fauna.
Find out more »Otter Overlook
Join a Grandfather Mountain habitat keeper at the river otter overlook for an Otter Encounter! Encounters provide an opportunity to see the animals up close and learn about those native to the mountains of North Carolina. Animals will receive an enrichment toy or treat, and staff will be available to answer questions.
Find out more »Creatures of the Night & Bonfire Delight
As night falls on Grandfather Mountain, guests can enjoy rare after-dark tours, fireside tales and a chance to meet the park’s nocturnal residents. Additional cost. Limited to 48 participants. Registration opens Aug. 26. at grandfather.com.
Find out more »Otter Encounter
Join a Grandfather Mountain habitat keeper at the river otter overlook for an Otter Encounter! Encounters provide an opportunity to see the animals up close and learn about those native to the mountains of North Carolina. Animals will receive an enrichment toy or treat, and staff will be available to answer questions.
Find out more »Bear Encounter
Join a Grandfather Mountain habitat keeper at the bear overlook for a Bear Encounter! Encounters provide an opportunity to see the animals up close and learn about those native to the mountains of North Carolina. Animals will receive an enrichment toy or treat, and staff will be available to answer questions.
Find out more »Elk Encounter
Join a Grandfather Mountain habitat keeper at the elk overlook for an Elk Encounter! Encounters provide an opportunity to see the animals up close and learn about those native to the mountains of North Carolina. Animals will receive an enrichment toy or treat, and staff will be available to answer questions.
Find out more »Cougar Encounter
Join a Grandfather Mountain habitat keeper at the cougar overlook for a Cougar Encounter! Encounters provide an opportunity to see the animals up close and learn about those native to the mountains of North Carolina. Animals will receive an enrichment toy or treat, and staff will be available to answer questions.
Find out more »Eagle Encounter
Join a Grandfather Mountain habitat keeper at the eagle overlook for an Eagle Encounter! Encounters provide an opportunity to see the animals up close and learn about those native to the mountains of North Carolina. Animals will receive an enrichment toy or treat, and staff will be available to answer questions.
Find out more »Peaks and Profiles
Join Grandfather Mountain's expert naturalists by the Mile High Swinging Bridge to learn more about the mountain's unique weather, climate, flora and fauna.
Find out more »