CHIMNEY ROCK - From the top of Chimney Rock's 315-foot freestanding rock spire, the sweeping view of Hickory Nut Gorge is an iconic one. The craggy cliff face of Rumbling Bald Mountain rises in the ...

As the summer disappeared like smoke, my family — including my wife Beth and high school-aged daughters Eleanor and Abigail — decided to take a hike up to Chimney Rock in Whitewater State Park. The ...

North Carolina is home to numerous incredible hiking trails, ranging from treks that highlight mountain peaks to seaside pathways with views of lighthouses. And while there are plenty of hikes known ...

North Carolina is home to numerous incredible hiking trails, ranging from treks that highlight mountain peaks to seaside pathways with views of lighthouses. And while there are plenty of hikes known ...

AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom. Read our AI Policy. Chimney Rock State Park will reopen June 27 via a new temporary access bridge. Main Street businesses remain closed, with most under ...

Events happening this week in Asheville and Western North Carolina include animal encounters, festivals, and free community events. Chimney Rock Park reopens June 27 with adjusted hours and access ...