Things to Do Welcome to Grandfather Mountain! Our nature park is home to amazing biodiversity and scenic beauty. From the Mile High Swinging Bridge to wildlife habitats, hands-on exhibits and hiking, …

Grandfather Mountain[1] is a mountain, a non-profit attraction, and a North Carolina state park near Linville, North Carolina. At 5,946 feet (1,812 m), it is the highest peak on the eastern escarpment of …

Located in Avery, Caldwell, and Watauga counties 13 miles southwest of Boone, Grandfather Mountain State Park showcases a stunning mountain known for severe weather and challenging terrain that …

Jul 18, 2025 · This Grandfather Mountain NC travel guide shares everything you need to know before visiting, including the Mile-High Swinging Bridge and the State Park.

Grandfather Mountain is an iconic peak 75 miles north of Asheville, N.C. just off of the Blue Ridge Parkway in Western North Carolina. The area is known for its incredible vistas and unmatched …

Nov 10, 2025 · Grandfather Mountain is a captivating nature park situated in Linville, North Carolina. This park is home to breathtaking views, unique wildlife habitats, and an array of recreational …

Here are plenty of resources and information to help you plan a visit to Grandfather Mountain – home to the Mile High Swinging Bridge, Wildlife Habitats, Wilson Center for Nature Discovery, hiking trails, …

Grandfather Mountain, near Linville, is famous for its “Mile High Swinging Bridge,” panoramic vistas, wildlife and superb alpine hiking. The wild, undeveloped parts of the Mountain are state-owned and …

Seventy-plus species of rare, threatened and endangered plants and animals populate this rugged mountain, making it one of the East's most significant peaks; a United Nations International …

2 days ago · GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN — November 2025 saw fairly dry conditions for the month on Grandfather Mountain, according to data recorded at the park’s official weather reporting stations.