Just under 6,000 feet above sea level, Grandfather Mountain is the highest peak on the eastern side of the Blue Ridge Mountains. And if you’ve ever been to this gorgeous state park, you’re eager to go ...

Grandfather Mountain reopened Wednesday nearly four weeks after it was shut due to the impact of Hurricane Helene. On Thursday and Friday, Sept. 26 and 27, Helene dumped heavy rain across western ...

Enjoy a crisp wine, a cold brew, or a rich spirit on this alcohol-forward trail in a charming city in the foothills of North ...

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For 50 years, Randy Johnson has shared Grandfather Mountain’s beauty through his photos and words. Before Grandfather Mountain was known for its trails and biodiversity, it was a popular scenic stop ...

LINVILLE, N.C. — A hiker was rescued Sunday afternoon after falling from a ladder near McRae Peak on Grandfather Mountain. It was the last ladder heading to the peak. Multiple emergency agencies ...

GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A hiker was rescued Sunday from a trail in Grandfather Mountain State Park, according to the Linville-Central Rescue Squad. Officials say they heard of an ...

...INCREASED FIRE DANGER AGAIN TODAY FOR MUCH OF EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA... The combination of extremely dry fuels, very warm temperatures, gusty southwest winds, and reduced relative humidity will ...

North Carolina is buying the nearly 6,000-foot Grandfather Mountain peak and about 2,600 surrounding acres of wilderness, preserving an iconic natural treasure enjoyed by generations. The $12 million ...