The Remarkable Rhododendron Ramble

The Rhododendron Ramble

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC, United States

The Remarkable Rhododendron Ramble takes place daily at Grandfather Mountain at 1 p.m. from May 24 through June 1 (weather permitting). These 30-minute guided strolls highlight Grandfather Mountain’s rhododendron species and blooms, and the roles they play in the mountain’s ecological communities. The easygoing walks are fit for guests of all ages and are wheelchair […]

Free with park admission
The Remarkable Rhododendron Ramble

The Rhododendron Ramble

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC, United States

The Remarkable Rhododendron Ramble takes place daily at Grandfather Mountain at 1 p.m. from May 24 through June 1 (weather permitting). These 30-minute guided strolls highlight Grandfather Mountain’s rhododendron species and blooms, and the roles they play in the mountain’s ecological communities. The easygoing walks are fit for guests of all ages and are wheelchair […]

Free with park admission

Sounds of Nature: Kids’ Music Day

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC, United States

Grandfather Mountain will be alive with the sound of music on April 26 as the nature park hosts a new event, “Sounds of Nature – Kids’ Music Day.” The fun-filled, nature-themed afternoon of music takes place in the Williams Outdoor Learning Space next to the park’s Wilson Center for Nature Discovery. Families can groove to […]

Free w/park admission

New Year’s Day Sunrise at Grandfather Mountain

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC, United States

Ring in the New Year in epic fashion on Jan. 1 by enjoying the first sunrise of 2025 atop Grandfather Mountain. This special event provides guests with the rare opportunity to visit Grandfather Mountain outside of regular operating hours and on a holiday. Sunrise is at 7:38 a.m. Jan. 1, 2025, and Grandfather’s gates will […]

$35 – $50

Solar Eclipse Viewing at Grandfather Mtn.

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC, United States

Grandfather Mountain nature park will host a day of festivities to celebrate one of nature’s most spectacular sights. A solar eclipse is coming to North America on Monday, April 8. Weather permitting, a partial eclipse of about 87% of the sun will take place in the Banner Elk area, with the best viewing time occurring […]

free with park admission

All-Day Fall Color Ramble

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC, United States

Grandfather Mountain’s weeklong Fall Color Rambles wrap up on Oct. 14 with a day full of fall-color activities, including naturalist talks and additional rambles (guided walks), allowing participants to explore and admire the annual phenomenon of fall leaf season in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Included in park admission
The Fall Color Ramble

The Fall Color Ramble

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC, United States

From September 30 through October 8, guests enjoy daily, 30-minute, guided nature walks that highlight Grandfather Mountain’s fall colors. The starting locations vary day to day based on the foliage, so visitors should inquire at the park’s entrance gate or the Wilson Center for Nature Discovery upon arrival. Grandfather Mountain is home to myriad species […]

The Fall Color Ramble

The Fall Color Ramble

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC, United States

From September 30 through October 8, guests enjoy daily, 30-minute, guided nature walks that highlight Grandfather Mountain’s fall colors. The starting locations vary day to day based on the foliage, so visitors should inquire at the park’s entrance gate or the Wilson Center for Nature Discovery upon arrival. Grandfather Mountain is home to myriad species […]

The Fall Color Ramble

The Fall Color Ramble

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC, United States

From September 30 through October 8, guests enjoy daily, 30-minute, guided nature walks that highlight Grandfather Mountain’s fall colors. The starting locations vary day to day based on the foliage, so visitors should inquire at the park’s entrance gate or the Wilson Center for Nature Discovery upon arrival. Grandfather Mountain is home to myriad species […]

The Fall Color Ramble

The Fall Color Ramble

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC, United States

From September 30 through October 8, guests enjoy daily, 30-minute, guided nature walks that highlight Grandfather Mountain’s fall colors. The starting locations vary day to day based on the foliage, so visitors should inquire at the park’s entrance gate or the Wilson Center for Nature Discovery upon arrival. Grandfather Mountain is home to myriad species […]

The Fall Color Ramble

The Fall Color Ramble

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC, United States

From September 30 through October 8, guests enjoy daily, 30-minute, guided nature walks that highlight Grandfather Mountain’s fall colors. The starting locations vary day to day based on the foliage, so visitors should inquire at the park’s entrance gate or the Wilson Center for Nature Discovery upon arrival. Grandfather Mountain is home to myriad species […]

The Fall Color Ramble

The Fall Color Ramble

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC, United States

From September 30 through October 8, guests enjoy daily, 30-minute, guided nature walks that highlight Grandfather Mountain’s fall colors. The starting locations vary day to day based on the foliage, so visitors should inquire at the park’s entrance gate or the Wilson Center for Nature Discovery upon arrival. Grandfather Mountain is home to myriad species […]