• Conservation Programs
• Man & Biosphere Reserve Program
• The Nature Conservancy
• Protecting Endangered Species
• Sixteen Distinct Natural Communities
• Blue Ridge Parkway Viaduct

• Interpreting What You See Here
• Naturalist Programs
• The Nature Museum
• Geology
• Birding
• Wildflower Bloom Calendar

 

Welcome to a Righteous Mountain

"Righteous" is a fitting adjective for Grandfather Mountain because this magnificent landmark is one of the few places in the Southeast that remains in "right relationship" with creation. Indeed, when conservationist John Muir visited Grandfather in 1898 he described the experience as, "the face of all Heaven come to earth."

Grandfather Mountain has been a wildlife sanctuary and nature preserve for decades. The management of the Mountain seeks to steward the property in a way that protects the natural wonder of the geographic landmark AND offers the general public access to its fantastic scenery.

Guests to the attraction can rest assured that Grandfather Mountain is diligently working to conserve its valuable resources while searching for new ways to interpret its wonders for the public.

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