Grandfather Mountain is a mountain, a non-profit attraction, and a North Carolina state park near Linville, North Carolina. At 5,946 feet (1,818 m), it is the highest peak on the eastern escarpment of the Blue Ridge Mountains, one of the major chains of the Appalachian Mountains.
2050 Blowing Rock Hwy Linville , NC 28646 United States
This place is absolutely stunning. The views is just amazing. I’d recommend coming earlier if you wish to do some hiking as the park closes at 6 PM.
Get there before 11:00 a.m. or after 3:00 p.m. on summer weekends, holidays and fall color weekends. Also park at the Trails Parking area just below the summit and take the Bridge Trail to the top.
Get the audio guide to play in your car as you drive through the mountain , but get out at the top to walk the Mile High Bridge and see the animals. Read more
One of my favorite places in the world. Beautiful views , swinging bridge , animal park , and FUDGE. Make this a priority when in the area.
I highly recommend Grandfather Mtn. It is by far, 1 of the MOST memorable places I have EVER BEEN in my life! The Mile-High Suspension Bridge RULES!! Go visit!!!
Bring good shoes . The hike isn't long, but it makes up in length for climbing ladders on the side of the mountain . Coming back is worse than climbing up.
Bring your camera and capture the 360-degree views from the Mile High Swinging Bridge . Grandfather is also a sanctuary where visitors can come eye-to-eye with bears , cougars, otters, eagles and deer.
Fall colors along the Blue Ridge Parkway at Grandfather Mountain offer spectacular shots for photographers . Read more
Come the 2nd weekend in July for the Highland games and camping on the mountain !
Beautiful Scenic Views
They gave the bears a box and a water jug, and all the bears came up,I got great pic's, it was so cool.
Excellent fudge shop and great trails
Park in the Hiker's lot and enjoy the Bridge trail to the top. It's a great little hike and worth the extra effort.
Hold on to your sun glasses here if ya wanna keep them!! W I N D Y !!!!
Climb to the peak, it takes about an hour. Don't bring a dog because they can't climb ladders
The Kennedy Society of North America welcomes you. Santa Claus and a bean bag toss for the kids.
Beautiful views . Well worth the trip.
All members of Clan Mackay be sure to stop by our tents. Remember our AGM on Saturday.
I loved everything!
Enjoy the views ! And watch your step!
Wonderful time had by all....
Hike the Black Rock trail for a rough but rewarding views of Grandfather and Grandmother Mountains .
Cross the bridge and enjoy the view .
Beautiful views .
Windy up there!
Bring a picnic lunch :)
This is one of the most wonderful festivals in NC Read more
Bring binoculars !
Long line get here early!
Watch out for mildred!!! She eats children and berries
Walk across the Mile High Swinging Bridge !
Una vista espectacular ... y muuucho viento. Es muy entretenido pasar por el puente colgante
Definitely cool to be so high up. It's very easy to cross and it doesn't really swing much at all - Matt
What a great place to visit....loved loved the animals!!!! - Alice
Beautiful scenery! - Christian Alvarez
Kids loved the shadow puppet activity and the wind tube. Nice gift shop too - Matt