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

Chimney Rock State Park is still only reachable via Lake Lure, with direct access from Asheville, Hendersonville and Black Mountain yet to resume.

Chimney Rock State Park drew more than 414,000 visitors in 2023, the last full year before the storm. On their way in and out, they passed shops and eateries on Main Street that were the lifeblood ...

Chimney Rock is located about 110 miles northwest of Charlotte and about 20 miles southeast of Asheville. The village is a popular tourist destination, particularly for nearby Chimney Rock State Park.

Main Street Chimney Rock Village shops in Western North Carolina are shown on Dec. 4, 2024. Under the Rock is known for knives, fudge and gifts. April’s Boutique sells eclectic clothing, jewelry ...

Helene's flooding flattens Chimney Rock, NC: 'Everything along the river is gone' Kelly Puente USA TODAY NETWORK 0:05 ...

People trying to connect with family members can call NC 211 or 1-888-892-1162 if calling from out-of-state. People can also call those numbers to report missing loved ones.

Chimney Rock Village: Photos with Santa, free food and more Activities during the holiday celebration include pictures with Santa, Christmas music, free food and free items from newly renovated shops.

Opinion ADVENT 2024: We have a lot to learn about hope from Chimney Rock, NC this Christmas Residents of North Carolina's wild and beautiful hill country saw that they had not been forgotten.

When Chimney Rock State Park first reopened, hours were limited, only open Fridays through Mondays. At the end of July, it will be open all week, with reservations from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Chimney Rock State Park drew more than 414,000 visitors in 2023, the last full year before the storm. On their way in and out, they passed shops and eateries on Main Street that were the lifeblood ...

Chimney Rock is located about 110 miles northwest of Charlotte and about 20 miles southeast of Asheville. The village is a popular tourist destination, particularly for nearby Chimney Rock State Park.