Grandfather Mountain State Park » Reservation Information
Winter conditions at higher elevations/Camper survey
... details ±Winter has arrived at high elevations. Expect snow and ice in higher elevations now through spring. Icy trails can be very dangerous. Do not attempt if you are not experienced in hiking in these conditions. Turn around if you experience conditions for which you are not prepared. Daylight hours are very limited now: do not get caught unprepared on the mountain after dark. Allow extra time for hiking in snowy/icy conditions. Sturdy boots are necessary: ice traction is recommended. Hypothermia can occur easily with dropping temperatures and moisture: always hike in layered clothing (not cotton) and bring a hat and gloves, even if it is hot and sunny at the trailhead. Bring extra clothing, food, and water in case you get caught in inclement weather. Please hike with caution and use common sense to stay safe. Profile Parking lot will be closed when there is snow and ice. Parking is not permitted at or near the gate. http://booneweather.com/Current+Conditions/Rich+Mountain
ASU Recreation Management class is conducting a camper survey to assist Grandfather Mountain State Park management in making management decisions to best serve the campers and the protection of the fragile ecosystem. Camper comments are valued. The short and quick survey can be found at this link:
Grandfather Mountain SP survey.Updated: 2012-01-17 15:13:14
If you are hiking to the swinging bridge: NOTE: The attraction closes at 5pm. If someone is picking you up - 5pm is the latest. They will close during severe winter conditions - call the gate if you are planning to hike up there 828.733.4337 Hiking from Calloway Gap to the Swinging bridge should only be attempted by experienced alpine hikers with proper equipment during the winter.
Updated: 2012-01-13 07:51:34
This state park does not have any facilities that can be reserved, OR;
Reservations for all or some facilities at this state park must be made at the park. These
reservations cannot be made online (or through the reservations system's call center).
State parks and state recreation areas that do not currently have campsites or other facilities
that can be reserved include Chimney Rock, Fort Fisher, Dismal Swamp, Fort Macon and Elk Knob.
Many state parks have group campsites, auditoriums, indoor and outdoor classrooms, etc. that may
be reserved for special activities, but in some cases, those facilities must be reserved by
contacting the park directly. You'll find contact information for each park by navigating to the
park's 'home' page by using the drop-down menu box to the left.
Special Note
Haw River State Park features the residential Summit Environmental Education Center, which
offers single- and multi-day programming and full-service conference facilities. Tailored
reservations can be made for group activities by contacting The Summit directly. Haw River
State Park does not offer family campsites or public picnic shelters.
Singletary Lake State Park features lodging and meeting facilities, which can be reserved for
group activities only by contacting the park directly. Singletary Lake State Park does not offer
family campsites.