Ask a Ranger: Winter at Mount Mitchell
After you take your First Day Hike, come with us on our virtual hike with Ranger Carla at Mount Mitchell. You'll learn about some of the winter residents that call Mount Mitchell home.
Park News
Park Maps and Brochures:
Upcoming Events:
Saturday, April 20, 2019 - 12:00pm
Saturday, April 20, 2019 - 1:00pm
Saturday, April 27, 2019 - 12:00pm
Park Closure - Snow
Due to the incoming rain and snow, Mount Mitchell and the Blue Ridge Parkway will be closing at 6:00 pm on Friday, April 18th. The parkway closure will be from NC Hwy 80 (mile post 344) to Craggy Picnic Area (mile post 364) This will include back country access from the park. Please call the park for further information, and check the website for up-to-date closures, and reopenning status. Park Office: 828-675-4611.
Last updated on: Thursday, April 18, 2019Park News
Each of North Carolina’s state parks has special events during the year and news about facilities, trails, staff and park supporters. And, visitors are frequently finding new ways to explore a park’s unique cultural and natural resources. Check these pages to keep abreast of the news at your favorite parks.
2019 Seasonal Job Opportunities
Are you interested in working at one of North Carolina’s beautiful state parks? Do you enjoy beautiful views and working with the public? Come join our staff at Mount Mitchell State Park, the highest mountain east of the Mississippi.
Want to Know the Current Weather Conditions at Mt Mitchell ?
Follow the link below for current weather conditions at Mt. Mitchell
http://www.nchighpeaks.org/davis/index.html
This weather station is operated by the Friends of Mount Mitchell State Park in association with North Carolina High Peaks Trail Association.
2388 N.C. 128
Burnsville, NC 28714
828-675-4611
mount.mitchell@ncparks.gov
GPS: 35.7528, -82.2737
November - February: 7am - 6pm
March, April: - 7am - 8pm
September, October: 7am - 9pm
May - August: 7am - 10pm
Closed Christmas Day
Park Office Hours:
8am - 5pm Monday - Sunday, April - October
8am - 5pm Monday - Friday, November - March
Museum Hours
May - October: 10am - 6pm
Restaurant Hours:
Ph 828-675-1024
May 1 - August 31, 10am - 8pm daily
September 1 - October 31, 10am - 7pm daily
Concession Stand / Gift Shop:
May - October, 10am - 6pm Thursday through Monday