Chimney Rock State Park Travel Guide
Chimney Rock State Park travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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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 65°F (18°C) in Chimney Rock State Park with overcast. It feels like 67°F. Today runs from 57°F to 65°F. Chance of precipitation is 59%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Chimney Rock State Park is April, June 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 slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 65°F is 2.7°F below the 68°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Chimney Rock State Park today at 9.6/10. 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.
Map of Chimney Rock State Park
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Coordinates: 35°25′55.9″N 82°15′1.4″W (35.4322, -82.2504)
Weather in Chimney Rock State Park right now
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:45 PM, Oct 4 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 65° / 57°
Light rain · 59% rain · wind 7 mph
🌦️ 66° / 50°
Light rain · 33% rain · wind 7 mph
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 | 1:45 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | April, June and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Things to do in Chimney Rock State Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Chimney Rock State Park.
Best time to visit Chimney Rock State Park
Go in April, June and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 63°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Chimney Rock State Park
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport | ATL | 175 mi | Atlanta |
| Nashville International Airport | BNA | 253 mi | Nashville |
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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 65°F (18°C) with overcast. Humidity is 97% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Chimney Rock State Park?
April, June 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 1:45 PM.
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. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 October 4, 2026 at 1:45 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
