Park Maps and Brochures:
There have been BEAR ENCOUNTERS reported at Commissary Hill Primitive Camping Area, located on U.S. Forest Service Land. Camping at Commissary Hill is not advised.
Posted on: Tuesday, July 24, 2018Each 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.
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.
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.
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
