"Off the Beaten Path" Guided Hike: Fall Color Ridge Hike

October 20, 1- 3 PM

From high atop the ridges of Chimney Rock Mountain, enjoy dramatic views while surrounded in a sea of color, from deep red and maroon to fiery yellow and orange. Led by internationally renowned naturalist Ron Lance, soak up Western NC's legendary fall colors while hiking more than 1,000 feet above the valley floor. Bring your camera-this is their most scenic hike all year long! The 2-hour hike is moderately strenuous.   Cost: $20 for Adults, $5 for Annual Passholders (includes Park admission for the day)   

Shutterbugs Nature Photography Workshop

Oct 27th - Oct 28th

Beginner Workshop, Day 1: Sat., Oct. 27; 8:30am-4pm. Advanced Workshop, Day 2: Sun., Oct. 28; 8:30am-4pm   

Capture vibrant fall leaf colors, 75-mile views and a 404-foot waterfall with your camera at Chimney Rock! Jeff Miller, an award-winning photographer published in regional, state and national publications with work exhibited throughout NC, leads both of these one-day, comprehensive workshops tailored to individual levels of experience. Thoroughly learn the basics on day 1 or explore more advanced concepts on day 2-or come for both to make large strides in your photography skills! Learn or refine your techniques to best shoot scenes from wide-angle to telephoto, including traditional flower portraits, intimate landscapes and vistas. Registration fees include all instruction, an Annual Pass and lunch for one or both days. Cost: Day 1: $88 Adult, $60 for Passholders. Day 2: $98 Adult, $70 Passholders. Both days: $160 or $125 for Passholders.