Are you prepared to go hiking and enjoy some trails? Did you know North Carolina is considered the Great Trails State? Stop by the Visitor Center on October 18th to celebrate Great Trails State Day from 1-2 pm and discuss with Park Ranger McKenney the 10 Essentials of Hiking and ways to enjoy this special day. No registration required. Any questions can be directed to mitchell.mckenney@ncparks.gov.
Mount Mitchell State Park is now reopened to the public.
The Blue Ridge Parkway is open up to the state park entrance but remains closed from just past Mount Mitchell through milepost 334 near Little Switzerland. Please read our blog post for the most up-to-date information on park access and trails status.