Grandfather Mountain
Grandfather Mountain is probably the most widely recognized and universally known scenic attraction in all of the Blue Ridge Mountain range. The land that was once Daniel Boone’s hunting grounds is today a hugely popular, globally recognized, mountain attraction and nature preserve. Here one can enjoy 360 degree views, more than 12 miles of regularly maintained hiking trails, and learn more about the native wildlife in the area by checking out the numerous habitats throughout the park.

Long ago, the Cherokee called Grandfather Mountain, “Tanawha” which meant a beautiful hawk or eagle, however in the 19th century the pioneers renamed the mountain "Grandfather" after noticing that from several views the mountain resembled an old man, lying down. There are several great places to view the now famous profile of the old man, the most popular being the view from Hwy 105 South, approximately 10 miles from Boone NC. Hikers can even hike the entire profile of Grandfather Mountain, a feat that is not easily done!

Calloway Peak on Grandfather Mountain is the highest peak in the Blue Ridge Mountain range with an elevation of 5,964 feet and is the home of the Mile High Swinging Bridge. Visitors brave enough to stroll across the swinging bridge will enjoy the panoramic views both above and below, as they’ll be standing on the bridge, which is suspended several thousand feet above the gorge. In addition to the spectacular hiking trails and educational nature museum, Grandfather Mountain has several animal exhibits where black bears, bear cubs, river otters, cougars, eagles and deer roam and live in their natural habitats.

Grandfather Mountain North Carolina is located just a short distance away from Roan Mountain and our pristine, East Tennessee cabin rentals. Vacationers enjoy spending the day hiking and exploring Grandfather Mountain, and each year in July visitors flock to our region to enjoy the Grandfather Mountain Highland Games. The Grandfather Mountain Highland Games is a gathering of the Scottish clans throughout the United States, Scotland and, all over the world. Drawing crowds of over 30,000 people each year, the Grandfather Mountain Highland Games brings musicians, artists, storytellers, clansmen and area visitors together to create a truly unique experience, that happens only once a year! Come and stay with us in July and visit the games, we’re sure you’ll enjoy a phenomenal vacation.
 

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State Parks	Golf	Grandfather Mountain
Rafting	The Appalachian Trail	Watauga Lake

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