Join ranger staff and uncover the mysterious man named Lem Bennett whose grave is at Hanging Rock State Park... but off the beaten path. Come prepared with a hiking stick and hiking attire as this will be on uneven terrain. To register for this program email Jacob.Fields@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.