Snakes are crucial reptiles for ecological balance. With over 3,000 species globally, they vary in size, color, and behavior. Come join us at the visitor center at 9:00 AM.
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.