Grandfather Mountain, Nature on a Whole Different Level

Fall Color Report

The color is coming on very rapidly as cool nights and sunny days have created perfect conditions for the festive foliage season. Trees are turning at elevations above 4,600 feet. This is a photograph of the black rock area looking out across the southern mountains. Click here for today's report.

Oct. 6
Find Your Own Perfect Mountain Adventure

Towering 5,946 feet above northwest North Carolina, Grandfather Mountain is operated as a scenic travel attraction and is the only private park in the world designated by the United Nations as an International Biosphere Reserve. Marvel at 360-degree views of mountain ridge after mountain ridge retreating to the horizon and let our knowledgeable staff help you find your own perfect mountain adventure.

 

Fall Color Report

Oct. 5-25

Peak Beauty of Fall Foliage

Fall color comes early to the peaks of Grandfather, so you don't have to wait until late in the month to see spectacular foliage.

Tips For Visiting In October

Visit the High Country on weekdays during October if you can. When you can only travel on peak weekends, we recommend you arrive at Grandfather Mountain before 10 am or plan to visit after 3 pm.

 
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