Naturalist Weekend at Grandfather Mountain

 May 17-19    Grandfather Mountain Naturalist Weekend   This year's weekend includes a Naturalist's Nightwalk at 7:30 PM on Friday. A fascinating collection of programs and guided walks offered to help guests discover more about the diversity of life at Grandfather Mountain.

All programs and guided walks offered as part of the Naturalist’s Weekend are included in the price of admission. Those who plan to attend for both Saturday and Sunday should keep to their receipt on Saturday and present that for discount admission on Sunday.  

Grandfather Mountain is the highest mountain in the Blue Ridge Mountain range at an elevation of 5,964 feet. The Mountain is owned by a nonprofit Stewardship Foundation and is operated as a scenic travel attraction and a world-class nature preserve.

Learn more about Grandfather Mountain and other mountain parks on the NC Parks Guide.

National Junior Ranger Day Today in The Great Smoky Mountains National park

Date: April 2   National Junior Ranger Day -  Join Park Rangers for a fun-filled day of hands-on activities and earn a junior ranger patch and certificate. The programs will be designed to help children connect with the park and engage them in exploring, learning, and practicing stewardship. Activities will be held from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Sugarlands, Oconaluftee, and Cades Cove visitor centers. Ask for details at a visitor center.

Learn more about the Great Smoky Mountain National Park on the NC Parks Guide.