Chimney Rock access to close
English: Chimney Rock State Park looking east towards Lake Lure. Taken on Monday, 11 August 2008 from the Opera Box observation point, Chimney Rock, NC. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
Chimney Rock access at Chimney Rock State Park will be closed beginning today for up to three weeks, weather permitting, as repairs are made to the main entrance road, according to the N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation. This closure affects the Chimney Rock spire and its elevator access, the Outcroppings Trail and all other visitor facilities in the vicinity.
In May, a 75-foot section in one lane of the road collapsed during a period of heavy rainfall. A contractor will replace a retaining wall that supports the section of roadway near the park entrance. After a 21-day construction period, single-lane access to the park will be available as road repairs continue.
The park’s Rumbling Bald Climbing Access will remain open. For more information, call 828-277-9611 or visit chimneyrockpark.com.
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