Grandfather Mountain State Park
Open — The campground is currently open for reservations. Most trails and campsites are accessible, but the Profile parking area, Profile Trail, and Profile Connector Trail remain closed until further notice due to Hurricane Helene damage. All campers must enter through Boone Fork parking area or Asutsi parking area.
Special Weather Statement issued March 28 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Blacksburg VA
The combination of dry fine fuels, light rainfall on Friday, relative humidities between 15 and 25 percent, and northwest winds gusting up to 25 mph will result in an increased risk for the rapid spread of wildfires during Saturday afternoon. Everyone is urged to properly dispose of cigarette butts, matches, and any other flammable items in appropriate containers. Additionally, exercise caution if operating any equipment that could create sparks, and keep vehicles off of dry grass. Most dry grasses, dead leaves, and other tree litter could easily ignite and spread fire quickly. Burning is discouraged if not performed by trained professionals tomorrow. Lastly, remember to obey local burn bans. For more information about wildfire danger, burn restrictions, and wildfire prevention and education, please visit your state forestry or environmental protection website.
About
Grandfather Mountain State Park provides a true backcountry camping experience in the North Carolina mountains with 13 designated primitive campsites accessible only by foot. The terrain is rugged and challenging, with hikes to campsites ranging from 2.5 miles with 944 feet of elevation gain to 5.5 miles with over 2,000 feet of elevation gain. All sites are hike-in only with no vehicle access. The campsites are distributed along the park's trail system, including sites along the Grandfather Trail and other backcountry routes. Each site accommodates 1-6 campers. There are no facilities at the campsites, no water sources, and no trash collection. Campers must be self-sufficient, carrying in all supplies and packing out all trash. Dispersed camping outside designated sites is prohibited. Reservations are made through the North Carolina State Parks system, and all campers must complete a camping permit before setting up camp, even with a reservation. Permits can be obtained at self-registration kiosks near the Boone Fork Parking Area. Access to the park's backcountry is currently available through the Boone Fork Parking Area on the Blue Ridge Parkway or the Asutsi parking area, as the Profile Trail parking area remains closed following Hurricane Helene damage.
Directions
Access the park through Boone Fork Parking Area on the Blue Ridge Parkway or Asutsi parking area. Profile parking area is currently closed. GPS for Boone Fork: managed by National Park Service, north of milepost 299 on Blue Ridge Parkway.
Nearby Campgrounds
- Julian Price Park Campground 0.9mi
- Julian Price Campground 3.1mi
- Johns River Road Backcountry Camping 3.4mi
- Mortimer Campground 8.7mi
- Boone Fork Campground 12mi
- Linville Falls Campground 13mi
- BROWN MOUNTAIN CUA ROADSIDE CAMPSITES 16mi
- Elk Knob State Park 17mi
- Roan Mountain State Park Campground 18mi
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $17 - $37 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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