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19th Annual Groundhog Day Celebration

Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main Street, Chimney Rock, NC, United States

Celebrate a favorite Chimney Rock tradition as our resident groundhogs join woodchucks all over the country to let us know if spring in on the way.   On February 2, Tater and Yammy will make their meteorological debut at Chimney Rock's 19th Annual Groundhog Day Celebration. Chimney Rock Village Mayor Peter O'Leary will be in […]

Whimsical Woods Family Adventure

Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main Street, Chimney Rock, NC, United States

Spend an enchanted evening at Chimney Rock. Experience the Park after the gates have closed as our friends from Street Creature Puppets lead a workshop on building lanterns from recycled materials. Enjoy a catered cookout from the Old Rock Cafe, then use the lantern you created to join in as they bring the evening forest […]

Naturalist Niche: Fall Ridge Hike

Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main Street, Chimney Rock, NC, United States

The trails of Chimney Rock in the fall are amazing, but a guided hike off-the-beaten-path can lead you to places you never knew existed. Join a naturalist and learn what fall brings to Hickory Nut Gorge. You’ll discover seasonal changes along your trek that will introduce you to a whole new perspective of the Park. […]

Naturalist Niche: Fall Color Hike

Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main Street, Chimney Rock, NC, United States

Fall color is one of the highlights of life in WNC. Toward the end of the season Hickory Nut Gorge comes alive with gorgeous shades of gold and red. Join a naturalist and learn more about fall flora and fauna in the Park as you take in the beauty of the season.  Cost: Includes Park […]

Seasonal Paint and Sip Series at Chimney Rock State Park

Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main Street, Chimney Rock, NC, United States

The next installment of our Seasonal Paint and Sip class at the Old Rock Cafe is coming up quickly on June 2nd. Local artist Tiffany Fry will be back to help attendees create their very own painting of a summer tree and the Old Rock crew will be serving local beer, wine, and appetizers. This wine-and-design style […]

Nature at Night Hike at Chimney Rock State Park

Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main Street, Chimney Rock, NC, United States

Come observe the Park under a shadow of darkness and watch as it comes alive. Join a Park naturalist as you hike along the Hickory Nut Falls trail, a moderate hike. You never know what nocturnal animals you may hear or see.  You will want to bring a headlamp or flashlight, dress appropriately for the […]

Naturalist Niche: Spring Wildflowers Walk at Chimney Rock State Park

Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main Street, Chimney Rock, NC, United States

What’s better than wildflowers to mark the beginning of spring?  Hickory Nut Gorge comes alive as wildflowers emerge.  Grab your camera and join a Park naturalist on this moderate hike. The journey will take you along the Hickory Nut Falls Trail and down the Four Seasons Trail, but you won’t have to hike back to […]

12th Annual Flock to the Rock

Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main Street, Chimney Rock, NC, United States

Join us for one of Western North Carolina’s most popular annual events, Flock to the Rock. Originally created to help folks understand why Hickory Nut Gorge is such a premier birding location, this event has grown in size and popularity every year. You don’t have to be an avid birder to find something of interest […]

11th Annual Flock to the Rock at Chimney Rock State Park

Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main Street, Chimney Rock, NC, United States

  Join one of Western North Carolina’s most popular Annual events, Flock to the Rock. Originally created to help folks understand why Hickory Nut Gorge is such a premier birding location, this event has grown in size and popularity every year. You don’t have to be an avid birder to find something of interest at […]

Included with Park Admission

Music on the Deck with Chicken Coup Willaye at the Old Rock Cafe

Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main Street, Chimney Rock, NC, United States

Enjoy views of the Rocky Broad River and local acoustic music from Chicken Coup Willaye while relishing the taste of specially-crafted buffet items inspired by the region.

Music on the Deck with Ansel Couch

Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main Street, Chimney Rock, NC, United States

Enjoy views of the Rocky Broad River and local acoustic music from Ansel Couch, master of song and guitar, while relishing the taste of specially-crafted buffet items inspired by the region.

Chimney Rock Park – Music on the Deck with Riyen Roots

Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main Street, Chimney Rock, NC, United States

Enjoy views of the Rocky Broad River and local acoustic music from Riyen Roots while relishing the taste of specially-crafted buffet items inspired by the region.

We welcome submission of Western North Carolina events focused on our heritage themes of mountain music, crafts, foodways, outdoors and Cherokee culture. Please submit two weeks in advance.

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