Chimney Rock State Park reopened June 27, nine months after Helene devastated the area. Local officials celebrated the ...

An iconic tourist attraction in an area of western North Carolina among the hardest hit by Hurricane Helene reopened to the ...

Governor Josh Stein promotes tourism at Asheville Airport, highlighting Western N.C.'s trails and economic impact ...

NC State Sen. Julie Mayfield speaks to the Asheville Citizen Times on top of Chimney Rock State Park folowing the grand reopening ceremony, June 27, 2025 in Chimney Rock.

New directions and detours: The only route open to Chimney Rock is NC 9 through Lake Lure, accessed via Columbus/Mill Spring. The park’s new temporary address is 174 Chimney Rock Park Road ...

A paved road is complete between Bat Cave and Chimney Rock, allowing better access for residents while works continues on a permanent replacement.

NC state lawmakers passed another disaster relief bill June 26 to aid WNC recovery in the aftermath of Helene, signed by Gov. Stein June 27.

North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein and other officials attended a reopening ceremony at Chimney Rock State Park, which is about 25 miles (40.2 kilometers) southeast of Asheville. The main portion of ...

The park’s new temporary address is 174 Chimney Rock Park Road, Chimney Rock, NC 28710. All other routes remain closed to non-local traffic, including US 74A from Asheville, US 64 from ...

When will Chimney Rock State Park reopen in NC after Helene? How to go with temporary bridge, get reservations. Village businesses aren’t open.

After extensive repairs from Hurricane Helene, Chimney Rock State Park welcomes visitors once again.