North Carolina is experiencing a severe heat wave.
Take precautions when visiting parks, and bring plenty of water for yourself and your pets. For more heat safety tips for the outdoors, please visit our Park Safety page.
Eagle Rock Access remains closed until further notice.
The only parking area available to access Eagle Rock is Buffalo Creek Park, which remains closed. Visit the Town of Lake Lure's website for updates on the status of Buffalo Creek Park and Weed Patch Mountain Trail.
The main access at Chimney Rock State Park (attraction) is open 7 days a week.
Timed-entry reservations are required to enter the access. Buy your tickets at the Chimney Rock Management website.
