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Quick facts about Chimney Rock State Park
| Type | State park |
|---|---|
| State | North Carolina |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 35°25′55.9″N 82°15′1.4″W (35.4322, -82.2504) |
| Established | 2007 |
| Known for | a granite monolith above Lake Lure |
| Local time | 4:58 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | April, June, August and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Summary
Chimney Rock State Park is a state park in North Carolina. Chimney Rock State Park is known for a granite monolith above Lake Lure.
Right now it is 72°F (22°C) in Chimney Rock State Park with clear. It feels like 70°F. Today runs from 64°F to 81°F. Chance of precipitation is 2%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Chimney Rock State Park is April, June, August and October. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 84°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 26°F.
The closest major airport is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), about 175 mi away. Nearby highlights include Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Grayson Highlands State Park, Congaree National Park and Cumberland Falls State Resort Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 81°F is in line with the 80°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Chimney Rock State Park today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Coordinates: 35°25′55.9″N 82°15′1.4″W (35.4322, -82.2504)
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Chimney Rock State Park?
Chimney Rock State Park is a state park in North Carolina. Its coordinates are 35.4322, -82.2504. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Chimney Rock State Park right now?
It is currently 72°F (22°C) with clear. Humidity is 45% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Chimney Rock State Park?
April, June, August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Chimney Rock State Park, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Chimney Rock State Park in?
Chimney Rock State Park observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 4:58 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Chimney Rock State Park?
The closest airports are Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), 175 mi away and Nashville International Airport (BNA), 253 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Chimney Rock State Park?
Popular options include Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Grayson Highlands State Park, Congaree National Park, Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, New River Gorge National Park and Myrtle Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (state-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 4:58 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
