Grandfather Mountain, Nature on a Whole Different Level

About Grandfather Mountain

What is Grandfather Mountain?

Grandfather Mountain is:

  • Elevation 5,946 ft above sea level
  • a scenic travel attraction
  • a globally recognized nature preserve

The Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation is:

  • a not-for-profit corporation established to
    • preserve Grandfather Mountain
    • operate the nature park in the public interest
    • participate in educational and research activities

One ticket price includes everything:

Guests purchase tickets (one ticket per person) and drive their own vehicles through the park, stopping along the way to enjoy a variety of activities. All proceeds from sales of tickets and souvenirs go toward caring for and presenting Grandfather Mountain in a manner that inspires good stewardship in others.

Main Attractions

  • Beautiful mountain scenery
  • Mile High Swinging Bridge
  • Environmental Habitats for native wildlife
      • Black Bears, River Otters, Cougars, Eagles and Deer
  • Nature Museum
      • excellent exhibits about the natural history of the region
      • theater that shows nature movies made on the Mountain
      • restaurant and gift shop
  • South's best alpine hiking trails
      • More than 12 miles of regularly maintained trails ranging in difficulty from easy nature walks to strenuous backcountry challenges.
  • Picnicking
      • Over 100 picnic tables and grills are scattered throughout the park. The picnic area located on the right about 1/3 mile up the summit road is equipped with a water fountain and restrooms.
      • Guests are welcome to bring their own picnic. Those who have not planned ahead can purchase fried chicken or sandwiches to go from the Museum restaurant.
  • Naturalist Programs
      • Special activities and programs with the Mountain's naturalists are presented daily during the summer months and are included in the price of admission.
      • Guided tours and guided hikes with the Mountain's naturalists are available for an additional fee. Phone 828-733-4326 for reservations.
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What People Say…

"I went to Grandfather Mountain with my boyfriend. It was absolutely amazing. After feeding the bears and venturing through one of the trails our exciting day ended with my boyfriend proposing to me on the Mile High Swinging Bridge. He even got someone to take a picture! It was a perfect end to an awesome day... and a very unique place for a proposal! We plan on trying to come back very soon. I think it is a trip everyone should take at least once! "

Brooke

Jacksonville, FL
 

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