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CLOSURE ALERT: Hickory Nut Falls Trail Closed for Repairs 2013
... details ±The Hickory Nut Falls Trail at the Chimney Rock Access has been closed indefinitely. We apologize for any inconvenience. This trail has been damaged by a rock slide and will require significant repairs before it can be reopened to the public.
Updated: 2013-06-06 08:44:44
White-Nose Syndrome Found in Local Bats / Round Top Mountain Area & Eagle Rock Park Lands
... details ± White-Nose Syndrome has been found on bats in Hickory Nut Gorge. This deadly disease has decimated populations of bats across the eastern United States. In an effort to prevent the spread of the disease, visitors to the park, who may carry the disease on their shoes and equipment, are asked to stay out of the caves. The caves on Rumbling Bald Mountain in particular are closed to the public until further notice. ______________________________________________________________________________
At this time, there are no designated parking areas or public accesses for state park properties located on Round Top Mountain and Eagle Rock. Also, there are no designated hiking trails in these areas. 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: 2013-06-05 07:47:17
Operating Hours for Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park are subject to change throughout the seasons. Consult this website or chimneyrockpark.com for up-to-date information when planning your visit.
Chimney Rock Access Hours:
March 23 - November 2, 2013: 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Open seven days per week.
Ticket sales and admission end at 5:30 p.m.
November 3 - December 1, 2013: 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Open seven days per week.
Ticket sales and admission end at 4:30 p.m.
November 28, 2013: Closed for Thanksgiving holiday.
December 2-24, 2013: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Closed each Wednesday and Thursday.
Ticket sales and admission end at 4:30 p.m.
December 25, 2013: Closed for Christmas holiday.
December 26-31, 2013: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Open seven days per week.
Ticket sales and admission end at 4:30 p.m.
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Rumbling Bald Climbing Access Hours:
January - February: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
March - April: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
May - August: 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
September - October: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
November - December: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Closed December 25, Christmas Day.
There is no fee for this access.