Join us for one of our favorite days of the year! Chimney Rock’s hardworking woodchuck will make a prediction not only about how much more winter we will have, but who will be the Super Bowl winner. *Due to forecasted inclement weather our 21st Annual Groundhog Day celebration will now be held virtually. Check Read More
Discover the quiet magic of winter at Chimney Rock. Join a local Naturalist and learn about what makes winter unique here at the Rock, and what our local birds are up to this time of year. Spend the morning enjoying the calm of Hickory Nut Gorge in February. Cost: Includes Park Admission: $25 Adult, $11 Read More
Spend an hour hiking one of the Parks' six trails with a naturalist. Watch the transformation from winter to spring on this educational excursion. You may even learn some of the Parks' history as well. Cost: Included with Park admission.
It might be cold outside, but we are always ready for a day of learning and adventure! Experience the Park during our quieter months on Chimney Rock's Winter Homeschool Day. Morning programs seasonally focused on winter in the natural world are designed to engage students through a variety of topics and hands-on learning. Plus, plan Read More
Experience Hickory Nut Gorge coming alive with early spring wildflowers on this moderate hike. The route follows the Hickory Nut Falls Trail and continues down the Four Seasons Trail, where you’ll learn to identify some of the season’s most stunning blooms. Transportation back to the top lot is included. Cost: Includes Park admission: $25 Read More
Grab your camera and explore the Park, capturing budding wildflowers, busy birds, and anything else you encounter. Don’t be shy - you may even win a prize! GREAT PRIZES WILL BE AWARDED TO 3 WINNING ENTRIES 1st Prize: The winning photo will be our Facebook cover photo for two weeks, and the photographer will Read More
Celebrate the glory of Easter with song, scripture and spiritual music as a spectacular sunrise ascends over Lake Lure. Chimney Rock’s nondenominational Easter Sunrise Service has become a legendary event in Western North Carolina. The event is free but reservations are required. Schedule of Events: 5:30-6:15 am - Gate open for visitors with a reserved Read More
From emerging wildflowers and blooming trees to the calls of returning birds and frogs, spring has so much to offer. Join a naturalist on a moderate hike to discover the often-overlooked “Signs of Spring.” Cost: Includes Park admission: $25 Adult, $11 Annual Passholder, $15 Youth, $9 Youth Annual Passholder.
Enjoy an intimate spring birding walk led by a local bird expert and soak in the beauty of the park during this lively season. Discover our year-round resident birds and the migratory species that visit as the weather warms. Cost: Includes Park admission: $25 Adult, $11 Annual Passholder, $15 Youth, $9 Youth Annual Passholder.
Chimney Rock's Spring Homeschool Day is the perfect way to shake off the winter blues and enjoy the beauty of the season! Join our team for hands-on programs created to engage your student’s interest in the natural world. After morning activities conclude, hang out for an afternoon in the Park with plenty of ways to Read More
