Purchasing advance tickets online is highly recommended. More info.

Spring Visits Grandfather

Spring Visits

Springtime on the mountain brings the return of blooms, events and many special experiences. Find many ways to celebrate spring, all included with your admission. Read more.

Synchronous Fireflies

Grandfather Glows

View fireflies and other luminous insects on three special night events. Enter the lottery for a chance to get tickets to this extremely popular experience. Get details here.

Daily Programs

Daily Programs

Learn more about our natural wonders with our animal habitat curators and park educators. These fascinating interpretive programs are included in your admission. See the schedule.

Events Calendar

Events Calendar

See our upcoming events on the mountain for all ages! Most of them are included in your admission ticket. Check back as more events will be added. Go to the calendar.
Experiences at Grandfather Mountain

Experiences

For an extra special VIP tour that you will long remember, add on one of our experiences that take you behind-the-scenes with our naturalists and wildlife experts. See current options!

Jobs at Grandfather Mountain

We're Hiring

Are you looking for a “top of the world” place to work? We are searching for passionate staff members to care for and share Grandfather Mountain’s natural beauty and resources. Learn more.

Share the Wonders of #GrandfatherMtn

Post your Grandfather Mountain photos with our hashtag to Instagram, Facebook or Twitter for a chance to be featured!

Grandfather Mountain | Home to the Swinging Bridge, Animal Habitats and Nature Museum

GPS: 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC 28646
Mailing: PO Box 129, Linville, NC 28646
1-800-468-7325

Owned & operated by Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation.
Go here for Grandfather Mountain State Park information.
Member of Southern Highlands Attractions