What town is closest to Grandfather Mountain?
The entrance to Grandfather Mountain is located on U.S. 221, two miles north of Linville, North Carolina, and one mile south of the Blue Ridge Parkway at Milepost 305. The street address is: 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC 28646 (click link for Google Maps).
What is special about Grandfather Mountain?
Grandfather Mountain is a place of amazing biodiversity and scenic beauty that towers 5,946 feet above northwest North Carolina. One third of the mountain is operated as a scenic travel attraction by the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation, Inc.
Are there bears in Grandfather Mountain?
Grandfather Mountain’s resident black bears enjoy more than just the bear necessities — such as a magnificent view of fall color from their environmental wildlife habitat.
Is Grandfather Mountain worth visiting?
From the photo ops of the Swinging Bridge and the eye-opening wonders of the wildlife exhibits and Nature Center to the soaring views available from the backcountry trails, Grandfather Mountain truly ranks among the most special and fascinating destinations in the Blue Ridge Mountains: a must-visit!
How long does it take to climb Grandfather Mountain?
Although your visit can be as long or as short as you choose, we recommend that you budget at least 2.5 to 3 hours to see it all.
How long is the bridge at Grandfather Mountain?
228-foot
America’s highest suspension footbridge gives easy access to the spectacular views atop Grandfather Mountain’s Linville Peak, elevation 5,305 feet. The 228-foot suspension bridge spans an 80-foot chasm at more than one mile in elevation (hence the name!).
How long is the swinging bridge at Grandfather Mountain?
What is the bears name at Grandfather Mountain?
Kodiak the Black Bear. Kodiak came to Grandfather Mountain on April 13, 1999, from Bear Country U.S.A in South Dakota. With fellow black bear Yonahlossee (“Yonnie”), he flew to Charlotte, N.C., where his new keepers picked him up at the airport and drove him to his new home.
Does Hanging Rock have bears?
Hanging Rock State Park in Stokes County has one bear, according to park personnel. Bears are wide-ranging animals, and it’s likely the bear wanders on and off the park. Hunting is prohibited in the park, but not on surrounding private land.
How much does it cost to go up to Grandfather Mountain?
COST: Admission is required to enter Grandfather Mountain. Admission rates: $20 for adults, $18 for seniors (60+), $9 for children and no charge for children under age four.
How hard is the Grandfather Mountain Hike?
Grandfather Trail to Calloway Peak (Watauga Viewpoint) is a 4.1 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Linville, North Carolina that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking and is best used from April until November.