Spring at Grandfather Mountain means Nature Hikes!

The mountain boasts several hikes varying in difficulty, but equal in scenic grandeur.

From Grandfather.com:

Grandfather Mountain has 11 trails varying in difficulty from a gentle walk in the woods to a rigorous trek across rugged peaks. It is in the backcountry that you come up against the more challenging hikes.

For safety reasons, walking down the road is not permitted.

In-Park Nature Trails

Grandfather has a number of gentle paths that can be accessed from the summit road. Designed to offer a low-impact foray into nature, these paths allow guests to get out in the woods without requiring a long and strenuous commitment.

Backcountry Hiking Trails

Grandfather’s backcountry is very different from other areas in the South.

• Trails take you through forests usually found in Canadian climates.
• Many of the trails use ladders and cables to climb sheer cliff faces.
• Grandfather is home to 16 distinct natural communities (ecosystems).
• Is home to 70 rare or endangered species, including 29 that are globally imperiled.
• Portions of the backcountry are sheltered within a Nature Conservancy trust.
• Grandfather is part of the United Nation’s international network of Biosphere Reserves
• Hikers access trails only by paying user fees.
• Hiking is included as part of your attraction admission . Guests who purchase a ticket to the attraction may access the trails from inside the gates.
• Guests who visit for hiking only may access the trails from off-mountain trailheads and must purchase hiking permits for one-half the regular gate admission price.

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