![]() Take NC 105 South to Linville NC, and take US 221 North 2 miles to the entrance of Grandfather Mountain. Take 221 South 1 mile to the entrance of Grandfather Mountain.įrom Winston Salem NC - Take US 421 North to Boone, NC. Take US 221 North 2 miles to the entrance of Grandfather Mountain.įrom Blowing Rock NC - Take the Blue Ridge Parkway just north of Blowing Rock, South to the US 221 intersection at Milepost 305. Take US 221 2 miles from Linville to the entrance of Grandfather Mountain.įrom Boone NC - Take NC 105 South to Linville NC. From Morganton, take NC 181 North to Linville, NC. At the stoplight turn left and follow US 221 North to the entrance of Grandfather Mountain (about 30 miles).įrom Charlotte NC - Take I-85 South to Gastonia NC, then 321 North to Hickory and I-40. Turn left at the bottom of the ramp and go one mile to a stoplight. Grandfather Mountain Directions:įrom Asheville NC : Take I-40 East to Marion, NC and take Exit 85. The entrance to Grandfather Mountain is located on US 221, two miles north of Linville NC, and one mile south of the Blue Ridge Parkway at Milepost 305. In fact, the famous Linn Cove Viaduct, on the Parkway, flows around the side of Grandfather Mountain. Grandfather Mountain is located next to the Blue Ridge Parkway, between Linville NC and Blowing Rock NC. Dogs are even allowed on the Mile High Swinging Bridge. They are not allowed inside the buildings, due to health regulations, or in the Animal Habitats area. Bring Fido! Grandfather Mountain IS pet friendly.Grandfather Staff are also available to assist you if needed as well. ![]() Most overlooks and scenic views are accessible, and the Wildlife Habitats are accessible as well. The swinging bridge pathway is accessible via an elevator in the shop, and the pathway and bridge are accessible as well. Much of Grandfather mountain is Accessible for those with limited mobility.Just part of the adventure when visiting Grandfather Mountain. Also note, that it can get very foggy as well, but then that fog can just as quickly disappear. We also recommend bringing rain gear, as storms can move in VERY quickly. You'll want to dress in layers, and bring a jacket. Grandfather Mountain Weather: Weather at Grandfather Mountain is very unpredictable, and frequently far more windy and colder than temperatures on the parkway, or in valleys below.During the Summer, it's open from 8am - 7pm Grandfather Mountain Hours: Spring (Starting April 2nd) from 9am - 6pm.How much does it cost to get into Grandfather Mountain? 2022 Grand Father Mountain Ticket Prices are: Adults: $22, Senior (age 60+): $20, Child (ages 4-12): $9, AAA Adult: $20 (must present valid AAA card), AAA Child: $8 (must present valid AAA card) - Tickets can be purchased online.Grandfather Mountain NC is a fee-based attraction, located near Blowing Rock and Boone NC.With that clarification out of the way, here is what you need to know about Grandfather Mountain: We'll address Grandfather Mountain State Park below in its own section, but the main focus of this article is Grandfather Mountain the Attraction, which is home to the well known "Mile High Swinging Bridge". You'll sometimes hear the attraction referred to as "Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation" or just "Grandfather Mountain". ![]() Both are on Grandfather Mountain itself, but in different locations, and serve different purposes, although there is some overlap. There is Grandfather Mountain State Park, and Grandfather Mountain the attraction. One of the confusing things about Grandfather Mountain is that's really one mountain, but two different things. ![]()
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