Claws-on Learning
State Park program promotes quality time with wild animals During the last week of December, Chimney Rock Park will host “Winter Break Family Animal Encounters,”…
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Groundhog Day Celebration
Greta the Groundhog will make an appearance to predict whether spring comes early or not. Stick around for crafts, a guided hike, and a…
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One Pot, No Problem
“For this class, my inspiration was my wife,” reveals Randall Spencer, head chef at Old Rock Café in Chimney Rock. In mid December, Spencer…
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The Sight of Less Sound: Winter Photo Contest
The splendor of Chimney Rock State Park is most often publicized during lush summer or colorful fall. However, the rock monolith itself, and surrounding…
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Llamapalooza
Annual passholders at Chimney Rock State Park can take a trek up the mountain with a fleet of local llamas, enhancing an already gorgeous…
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Flock to the Rock is held in the Hickory Nut Gorge, a premier birding location. The event features guided bird walks, raptor flight shows,…
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Fall Migration Bird Walk
Early-morning bird walk takes place during fall migration. The hike is moderate and is a prelude to Flock to the Rock, also a bird-themed…
Read MoreLake Lure Olympiad
Acknowledged as one of the country’s most scenic and challenging outdoor-sports extravaganzas, the Lake Lure Olympiad includes a “Slam the Dam” 10K, the Lake…
Read MoreJuly 4 Weekend Family Fun
Chimney Rock Park elevates activities for the holiday weekend with a 32-foot climbing wall, plus the usual trails and wildlife. Chimney Rock Park, 431…
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Explore Chimney Rock at night with activities, nature stations, stories around the campfire, and s’mores. This is a fundraiser for Friends of Chimney Rock…
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