This is the official page for Grandfather Mountain State Park. North Carolina's newest state park opens the mountain’s 2,456-acre backcountry to spectacular hiking and backpacking and boasts some of the most challenging terrain in the South.
The North Carolina State Parks System exists for the enjoyment, education, health, and inspiration of all our citizens.
The mission of the North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation is:
*to protect North Carolina's natural diversity:
*to provide and promote outdoor recreation opportunities throughout North Carolina; and,
*to exemplify and encourage good stewardship of North Carolina's natural resources for all citizens and visitors in North Carolina.
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