*NOTICE* - The elevator to the top of Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park is closed for maintenance for an undetermined amount of time. The project includes replacing the elevators guiderails and hoist ropes, and is one of several capital improvement projects the N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation has planned for the park. Chimney Rock will remain open during the repair work. Guests can still reach the 315-foot Chimney Rock by hiking up the Outcroppings Trail in just more than a half-mile, about a 20-minute walk. The parks normal winter operating hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. with the Ticket Plaza closing at 4:30 p.m., weather permitting. Rates will be reduced to $9 for adults and $5 for ages 6-15 during elevator maintenance.Choose your own adventure at Chimney Rock. Whether you want a leisurely stroll, a challenging hike, something fun and interactive for the kids or guided rock climbing instruction for some real high adventure, youll find it here. Breathtaking views that stretch for 75 miles, 404ft Hickory Nut Falls and one-of-a-kind geologic formations make Chimney Rock much more than a rock; its a mountain of possibilities. Our 26-story elevator, built inside the mountain, makes the views accessible for all. The Parks towering cliffs and waterfall were the backdrop for many scenes in the 1992 movie The Last of the Mohicans. Just 25 miles southeast of Asheville.
Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park
431 Main St.
Chimney Rock, NC 28720
Email: visit@chimneyrockpark.com
Business:(828) 625-9611
Fax:(828) 625-9610
Toll Free U.S.:(800) 277-9611
Business:
www.chimneyrockpark.com
25 miles southeast of Asheville on US Hwy 64/74A in Chimney Rock Village.
- Accepts Company Checks
- Accepts Company Debit Cards
- Accepts Major Credit Cards
- Accessible for Motorcoaches
- Admission Charge $ : Adults: $14, Children (ages 6-15): $6Groups- Adults: $11.50 Children (ages 6-15): $5
- Advance Notice Required for Groups
- Catering Available
- Childrens Activities
- Free Parking
- Gift / Retail Shop
- Group / Trade Contact : Kathryn Canant
- Group Rate Available
- Group Tour Site
- Handicap Accessible
- Hours of Operation : Winter hours 9:30am to 4:30pm. Park stays open until 6pm.
- Largest Meeting Space sq ft: : 1000-3000 sq. ft.
- Maximum Banquet Capacity : 175
- Maximum Classroom Capacity : 100
- Maximum Seating Capacity : 175
- Maximum Seating For Groups : 175
- Meeting Facility
- Min # to Qualify for Group Rate: : 20
- Motorcoach Parking
- Nature Center
- Pet Friendly
- Picnic Area
- Public Restroom
- Reservations Required for Groups
- Restaurant on Site
- Season of Operation : Open Year Round
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Lunch
- Snack Bar / Concessions
- Special Menus for Groups
- Total Number of Meeting Rooms: : 1
- Tour - Guided
- Tour - Self Guided
- Tour Group Check-In
- Tour Group Greeter
- Tour Guide / Park Ranger Available (Fee)
- Tour Guide / Park Ranger Fee : Varies
- Tour Guide Available (free)
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Santa on the Chimney
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Comments
Mark Chambers post: (Thu - Aug 6, 2009 7:55 AM)
My brother and I were on a motorcycle trip thru the Blue Ridge Parkway and stoped at Chimney Rock. We had a great hike with fantastic views of Hickory Nut Gorge and the falls. It sure was worth the side trip. I would like to go back some time.