Chimney Rock State Park » Rumbling Bald Climbing Access Update
Construction Projects/Improvements Begin December 5th; Chimney Rock Access Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
... details ±Construction Projects/Improvements Begin December 5th
In order for Chimney Rock to remain the premiere core attraction for this unique North Carolina State Park, it will undergo construction beginning December 5 to improve accessibility and upgrade some of its trails. In addition, the public bathrooms located in the top parking lot and at the Meadows will receive ADA-based renovations so that all persons may utilize these services. Finally, the elevator and Sky Lounge remain closed as we complete the upgrades to both facilities. We greatly appreciate your patience and support as we work to enhance your experience.
Over the winter, a section of the Outcroppings, the trail that leads from the parking lot to the Chimney area, will be replaced providing easier access to the Chimney and points of interest above like the Opera Box, Devil’s Head and Exclamation Point. The section to be replaced begins above Pulpit Rock and continues down to Moonshiner's Cave. After construction, the new trail and stairway will accommodate more guests and offer better egress from the Chimney area. Without a required secondary egress, the elevator will be out of service during Outcroppings construction making the Chimney inaccessible over the winter.
Areas of the park that remain accessible throughout improvements include: Hickory Nut Falls trail, Cliff Dwellers Gifts and Meadows area including the Great Woodland Adventure, Four Seasons trail, Grady’s Animal Discovery Den, Classroom on the Meadows and the covered picnic pavilion. Chimney Rock is also planning a variety of programs and events to enhance guest experience during improvements.
Additional projects are planned over the next several months that will impact the availability of popular park features. Weather during this time of the year can also impact park operations. Visit this site and call the park office for the most current information when planning your trip to Chimney Rock.
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Chimney Rock Access Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays Starting December 6th
Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park will be closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays starting December 6, and these closures will continue through Spring 2012.
Please call ahead before planning your visit to the park. Call the park office at (828) 625-1823 before traveling to the park for up-to-date weather information and a list of trail, building, and feature closures.
Updated: 2012-02-02 13:05:39
Seasonal Job Posting; Round Top Mountain Area Park Lands
... details ± Chimney Rock State Park is hiring a seasonal General Utility Worker for $7.25 per hour. Evening and weekend work is required. Job duties include custodial, janitorial, landscaping, data collection, and public contact work. State job applications (PD-107) should be submitted to the state park office by February 10. Call the office at 828-625-1823 for more information.
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At this time, there is no designated parking area or public access for state park property located on Round Top Mountain. Also, there are no designated hiking trails in this area. Visitors are cautioned not to trespass and not to park on the private property adjoining these lands.
Presently, there is not a designated camping area at Chimney Rock State Park. Rock climbing and bouldering are currently only allowed at the Rumbling Bald Climbing Access where climbers may park in the designated parking area located off Boys Camp Road.
Updated: 2012-02-02 13:06:23
Rumbling Bald Climbing Access is Open - see details below.
In 2008, the state parks system acquired a tract of land for Chimney Rock State Park that
is integral for future access to Rumbling Bald Mountain. The site, just off Boys Camp Road
at the western edge of the Town of Lake Lure, has long been used by the public as access
for climbing, bouldering and hiking on surrounding public land. (See map below.)
The access is open. All scheduled projects that affected the availability of this access
have been completed. Park personnel will continue to work on additional projects at this
site, however, closures should not occur as a result. Please consult this Website for
the most up to date information about the Rumbling Bald Climbing Access before planning
your visit.
This is a day use area only and it receives heavy visitation in the winter.
Parking is limited and visitors are asked to park only in the designated area and to
consider carpooling when planning a visit. All state park rules and regulations apply.
The Nature Conservancy owns property on the south face of Rumbling Bald. The Conservancy
allows climbers there under the following conditions: only adults over 18 are allowed
to climb and no for-profit groups are allowed.