Chimney Rock State Park Superintendent

10/17/2026

Saturday 6-9
Join us for great trails state day!

10/13/2026

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We're hiking the Village Boulders Trail up to the cliffline overlooking downtown Chimney Rock, led by the trail crew who actually built it. Along the way we'll stop at a few key features, including Grandview Boulder, the original end of the trail before CCC purchased the property in November 2025, a...

10/08/2026

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Sightings of the Joro spider are increasing in Western NC!
These large Joro spiders (top left photo) are relatively new to NC, but pose no threat to humans. Read our article on everything you need to know about the Joro spider and how you can help us track it by reporting your sightings: https://forestry.ces.ncsu.edu/news/joro-spiders-in-north-carolina-everything-you-need-to-know
The Joro spider is easily mistaken for several native, beneficial spiders in NC.
Learn how to identify the Joro spider with this Plant Disease and Insect Clinic article: https://pdic.ces.ncsu.edu/news/similar-but-different-these-are-not-joro-spiders

NC State Forest Health

09/27/2026

09/27/2026

We are still here and we are still moving forward!

09/27/2026

Two years after Hurricane Helene, western North Carolina continues to rebuild. Thanks to DNCR teams, partners, and volunteers, vital places have been rebuilt stronger, and all 18 DNCR sites affected by the storm have reopened.

Image: Chimney Rock State Park, June 27, 2025. Photo courtesy of North Carolina State Parks and Recreation.

09/23/2026

09/23/2026

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