For your safety, avoid the road during high tide periods. Please note that driving on the dunes and vegetation is illegal and can result in penalties. Check the tide schedule and plan your visit accordingly. Click here to see the King Tides calendar from UNC-Wilmington's North Carolina King Tides Project.
Chimney Rock, Mount Mitchell, and South Mountains are closed long-term until further notice. Check park pages for the most up-to-date status of facilities.
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