Chimney Rock State Park

Chimney Rock is an international destination for hiking, sightseeing, bird watching, rock climbing, nature edu and outdoor rec. The Chimney offers 75-mile views and the 2nd highest waterfall of its kind in the eastern US. A popular destination for travel groups, weddings, schools, scouts & events.

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  • Phone

    (828) 625-9611

  • Website

    chimneyrockpark.com

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    chimneyrockpark

  • Type

    State or Provincial Park

Address

431 Main St (Hwy 64/74A) Chimney Rock , NC 28720 United States

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Thelocaltripper

Great place to visit if you’re in the area. There are trails available that are family friendly such as the hickory nut trail which ends the a waterfall . Be prepared to dish out $15 for the entrance.

WannaSee ItAll

The elevator was out of order so we had to hike to the top. The view was great just make sure to bring enough water for yourself. Don't miss hiking to Hickory Nut Falls . Send us a friend request we'll

James Wong

If you've never gone to Chimney Rock, it's definitely worth the trip. Hike as many of the trails as you can, and don't forget about the cave -- really nice on those HOT summer days.

Colin Lord

Worth the trip and the entrance fee. If you aren't into hiking , you can take an elevator almost all the way to the top!

Chimney Rock

Veterans’ Day Special! Veterans, reservists, retired & active military personnel are American heroes! Get free Park admission Nov 7-11 with military ID or proof of service. http://chimneyrockpark.com

Rhea Burke

Go during the week to avoid crowds and be prepared for steps from hell! Or use the elevator for easy up

Wael Hazzazi

Take the stairs to the top of the chimney rock then the elevator down

Visit North Carolina

The hiking is superb and so is the rock climbing . Instructors are on hand to teach you. Explore the waterfalls and try to find the one where they filmed "The Last of the Mohicans".

Tabatha Grover

1.5 mole hike to the Hickory Nut Falls was totally worth it. It is beautiful!

Christine Livingston

Go early park up top. Absolutely beautiful. If u have triple A show your card and u get $2 off per ticket.

Wanna See It All

Make sure to bring enough water for the stairmaster if you decide to climb to the top( about 30 min hike up). Also make sure to hike to Hickory Nut Falls Read more

jiresell

Really nice park ! Be sure to climb the stairs to Chimney Rock! Well worth it!

Tracy Dinan

Beautiful views ! Stretch before you climb all of the stairs ! Quite the workout-very rewarding

Jenny Dellinger

Elevator to top is under construction . Because of this, they have extended season passes to be good through next year, so you are getting about 18 months of access for $25...a great deal!!

Southern Living

Made our South's Best List! Skip the elevator and climb all 400 steps up to—ta da—Chimney Rock for a look at Lake Lure. Read more

Justin Adkins

Elevator was down but was so worth 491 stairs . They also discounted the price because it was down.

Alan Hedrick

A beautiful place to visit. You can see it all from here.

Charlotte E

Was here for Labor Day. Elevator was down. Took the stairs to 2280 elevation . Couldn't push to Exclamation point ! ????

Crystal Duncanson

The elevators still not working & hickory nut falls was closed (boooo!) but stop at the cave on your way down from chimney rock!

Emily Piecrust

The water vending machines take credit cards ! Thirsty people who forget about bringing cash rejoice!

Callie Hayes

Great hiking and views for pictures!

Ian Strever

Just do it. Lots of stairs .

Kirsten

Get there early to for parking and to beat the endless hoards of inconsiderate people.

Brandon ????????☕️

Tourist trap but still worth the climb. You cannot beat the view .

Jen

Hiking , views , waterfall

Theresa Van Court Taylor

Trail to waterfall closed. Mother nature doing some redesigning. Rock slide took the bridge out

MTNHIGHADVENTURES Mayfield

The View ! Ride with Mountain High Adventures!www.mtnhighadventures.com

Terry Sybrant

Omg- long uphill walk. Beautiful view . Could I have done without it? Probably.

Soliet Montoya

Beautiful mountain view , and very high up.

Margaret Eldridge

Not enjoyable for dogs too many stairs . If you are fit, go all the way up to Exclamation Point !

Rebecca de los Santos

Elevator is still broken be prepared to sweat !

David Tedrow

Weekend getaway.

Andres Gonzalez

The incredible view is worth the climbing.

Alex Leeper

Incredible view from Opera Box.

Bryan Pollard

The view from the top

chan6ola S

Incredible view

Amanda Reynolds

It's a beautiful sight!!!!

Adnan Ratani

This place is beautiful

Brittany Winters

Go to Chimney Rock and ride the elevator to the top of the mountain !

Mike

Take the elevator up and hike down the trail

William Simpson

400 steps to a great view !

Kara Durrette

Don't go if you can't handle stairs !

Caitlin O'Connor

Don't fall off!

Mike

stay on the trails and don't drop your camera

Bobbi Dazzle

Gotta see this view !

Heather

Hike up to Exclamation Point !

Brian Searcy

like going there a lot.

Mystic Moonstorm

Huge rip off. Can't go to the top and they still charge $9. Absolute crap!

Jackson Williams

Dont fall off

Mario Diaz

Excelente lugar, con una vista increíble.

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8.2
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Aside from the actual view on the top of Chimney Rock this was my favorite view on any of the trails. You can get a great view of the Appalachian Mountains on your left. - Christine Jenkins

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A place to enjoy the view as you make your way to Chimney Rock itself! - jiresell

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Great hike. We viewed the fall from both the top and the bottom. On June 1, 2021 there was not a lot of rain so if you choose to do only one, I definitely recommend the view from the bottom. - Christine Jenkins

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Admission is $8/ adult, which is pretty steep for a small beach. Parking is also very hard to come by. I ended up parking (maybe illegally?) at the resort across the street. - Chris Gibson

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Visit after a big rain to see the 404-foot-tall falls gushing with water! - Chimney Rock