Protecting the Environment

Click here to see a video on Grandfather's stewardship inniatives

Welcome to a Globally Recognized Nature Preserve

Grandfather Mountain, elevation 5,964 feet, has been a wildlife sanctuary and nature preserve for decades.

Grandfather Mountain is owned by the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation and its programs are supported by the sales of tickets and souvenirs. The company's objective is to steward the property in a way that protects the natural wonder of the geographic landmark AND offers the general public access to its fantastic scenery.

In order to accomplish all that it does, the organization fosters partnerships with other successful land managers that help facilitate sharing of knowledge and inspiration.

Grandfather's stewardship partners include:

The Nature Conservancy
United Nations Man & Biosphere Program
N.C. Natural Heritage Program
National Park Service
U.S. Forest Service
N.C. Wildlife Commission
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
several universities

Guests to the attraction can rest assured that the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation is diligently working to preserve Grandfather's natural resources while searching for new ways to present its wonders for the public.

"My family and I visited in November 2008. It was very cold, but exhilarating. The animals loved the cooler weather and we loved watching them while sipping coffee from your cozy coffee shop. "

Lisa L

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