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Mount Mitchell State Park - Burnsville, NC - North Carolina State Parks
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Mount Mitchell State Park
Overall rating
4.6
Campground Appeal
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Planned Activities
2.0
Location
5.0
Amenities
5.0
Site Set-up
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
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Welcome to Mount Mitchell State Park
One of those places that stand apart from the ordinary, Mount Mitchell’s dramatic summit is the highest point east of the Mississippi at 6,684 feet and was inspiration for one of the nation’s first state parks. From its easily accessible observation deck, the spruce-fir forest of Mount Mitchell State Park leads the eye to unmatched views. A museum explains the mountain’s cultural and natural history, and its trail network allows visitors to explore up close, offering short hikes near the summit and challenging treks leading to adjacent wilderness areas. A nine-site tent campground is open in warm-weather months, and backpacking opportunities abound, including entry onto the Mountains-to-Sea State Trail. A concession area and a full-service restaurant serve visitors from May to October.
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Hiking
The park is a great place for a hike! See the Trails page for more information.
Picnicking
Try a mile-high picnic at Mount Mitchell. The shady picnic area, open year-round, is located at the north end of the summit parking lot. Forty picnic tables, stone grills and drinking water supply all the essentials. Two picnic shelters with fireplaces are perfect for group picnics. Each shelter accommodates up to 16 people. Use of the shelters is free of charge unless reservations are requested.
Concession Stand / Gift Shop
A concession stand and gift shop, adjacent to the summit parking lot, is open daily from May through October from 10am until 6pm. Light snacks, crafts and books may be purchased here. Restrooms are also available.
Restaurant
Enjoy a relaxing meal in the restaurant located approximately a half mile from the park office. Open May through October, hungry hikers and tourists will enjoy the restaurant's food as well as its scenic views. Open 7 days a week from 10am until one hour before park closing May through October.
Picnic Shelters
Unreserved picnic shelters are available free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis. However, the shelters are very popular, so reservations are strongly suggested. Two picnic shelters at the Summit area each accommodate up to 16 people. Drinking water and restrooms are nearby. Both shelters are handicap accessible.
Classroom
The classroom, located in the Summit area, accommodates up to 25 people. Concession stand, restrooms, gift shop, museum are nearby. The building is handicap accessible. Reservations are required; please contact the park. The classroom is available May through October.
Lounge
The lounge is available one mile on the right after entering the park gate. It accommodates up to 75 people, and restrooms and a restaurant are nearby. Reservations are required, along with a Special Activity Permit. The lounge is available May through October.
The park is a great place for a hike! See the Trails page for more information.
Picnicking
Try a mile-high picnic at Mount Mitchell. The shady picnic area, open year-round, is located at the north end of the summit parking lot. Forty picnic tables, stone grills and drinking water supply all the essentials. Two picnic shelters with fireplaces are perfect for group picnics. Each shelter accommodates up to 16 people. Use of the shelters is free of charge unless reservations are requested.
Concession Stand / Gift Shop
A concession stand and gift shop, adjacent to the summit parking lot, is open daily from May through October from 10am until 6pm. Light snacks, crafts and books may be purchased here. Restrooms are also available.
Restaurant
Enjoy a relaxing meal in the restaurant located approximately a half mile from the park office. Open May through October, hungry hikers and tourists will enjoy the restaurant's food as well as its scenic views. Open 7 days a week from 10am until one hour before park closing May through October.
Picnic Shelters
Unreserved picnic shelters are available free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis. However, the shelters are very popular, so reservations are strongly suggested. Two picnic shelters at the Summit area each accommodate up to 16 people. Drinking water and restrooms are nearby. Both shelters are handicap accessible.
Classroom
The classroom, located in the Summit area, accommodates up to 25 people. Concession stand, restrooms, gift shop, museum are nearby. The building is handicap accessible. Reservations are required; please contact the park. The classroom is available May through October.
Lounge
The lounge is available one mile on the right after entering the park gate. It accommodates up to 75 people, and restrooms and a restaurant are nearby. Reservations are required, along with a Special Activity Permit. The lounge is available May through October.
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