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Chimney Rock State Park will be reopening Wednesday, June 3rd. Gate will open at 8:30 a.m.

Chimney Rock State Park will be reopening Wednesday, June 3rd. The gate for the attraction and trails will open at 8:30am. Thank you for your patience while DOT repaired the road.

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 now open 7 days a week.

Timed-entry reservations are required to enter the access. Buy your tickets at the Chimney Rock Management website.

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Contact Chimney Rock State Park

chimney.rock@ncparks.gov

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828-625-1823

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P.O. Box 220
Chimney Rock, NC 28720

Chimney Rock Access and Park Office

Open Daily: 8:30am - 5:30pm

743 Chimney Rock Park Road
Chimney Rock, NC 28720

Rumbling Bald Access

827 Boys Camp Road
Lake Lure, NC 28746

Eagle Rock Access

Eagle Rock Access is closed until further notice. Please visit the Town of Lake Lure's Buffalo Creek Park, 2191 State Road 1314, Lake Lure, NC 28746, for access to Weed Patch Mountain Trail.

Chimney Rock Management LLC

visit@chimneyrockpark.com

Chimney Rock Attraction

800-277-9611

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