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Park Road Repairs Begin
August 7, 2018
On Monday, NCDOT began work to repair a section of the road entering Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park that collapsed in late may during Subtropical Storm Alberto. Work Read More
Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park to close for construction
August 3, 2018
The Chimney Rock section of Chimney Rock State Park will close to the public beginning Monday, Aug. 6, when the Department of Transportation begins work to restore a one-lane washout Read More
Stroke survivor tackles five of Chimney Rock’s trails
August 2, 2018
It’s been six years since Bill Haynes of Hendersonville suffered a severe stroke that left his right side paralyzed and took away his ability to speak. Time, rehabilitation and determination Read More
Stroke survivor tackles five of Chimney Rock’s trails
It’s been six years since Bill Haynes of Hendersonville suffered a severe stroke that left his right side paralyzed and took away his ability to speak. Time, rehabilitation and determination Read More
Meet Hannah and Thrasher
August 1, 2018
Hannah the Virginia Opossum and Thrasher the Eastern Gray Squirrel are the newest Animal Ambassadors at the Park’s Animal Discovery Den. Hannah was kept as a pet for a year Read More
Here’s the latest on the elevator!
July 6, 2018
The news you’ve been waiting for is finally here! We’re excited to announce that the elevator is back in operation. Guests can once again access the Chimney and Sky Lounge Read More
GVLtoday Names Chimney Rock to List
June 22, 2018
GVLtoday recently featured the Park on its list of “30 of the Best Outdoor Adventures in the Southeast.” Check out their great list of amazing outdoor places to explore.
YTravel features Chimney Rock, Lake Lure
June 21, 2018
Chimney Rock and Lake Lure were both recently featured in a YTravel Blog by Caz highlighting the beauty of the Gorge. Read more about their amazing experience here.
Park fully reopens
June 9, 2018
Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park has fully reopened all six of its hiking trails. The Park is open seven days a week from 8:30 am- 5:30pm for ticketing Read More