Chimney Rock North Carolina
The first stop on our trip was Charlotte but we did not have the time to actually explore the city. The time it took to get that far south from New Jersey and the time it would take to get back cost us two of our 9 vacation days.
Our second day was spent at the Chimney Rock State Park just outside of Asheville, near Lake Lure. The same lake where the water scene from Dirty Dancing was shot. Chimney Rock has over 6 different trails for all different skill levels and most very family friendly. We explored three different trails while we were there.
The first was the Great Woodland Adventure designed specifically for kids.
The first was the Great Woodland Adventure designed specifically for kids.
The second trail was Chimney Rock
There were a lot of steps.. over 400 but the boys were real good.. and the view was totally worth it.
You can see Lake Lure from the top.
We asked the boys if they were up for another hike and surprisingly they both said yes! The third hike was the Hickory Nut Falls Trail
After a very satisfying day we got into our car and started to head down to Savannah.
Amazing pics! So fun!
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What a great place for your boys who must have so much energy they need to burn every day.
ReplyDeleteThe boys must have loved this! They're such troopers, look at them go. I hope they slept well that night for you after all the exercise. :)
ReplyDeletewe all did after that :)
DeleteThanks for sharing these amazing pics. That waterfall is breathtaking! What a cool park to visit.
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It was.. we could have spent even more time there..
DeleteOh wow! That's such a great view, Hena:) And that's great that the boys were up for the hikes!
ReplyDeletewhat a fun adventure!!
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Looks like you caught some spectacular views on your hikes.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful park to explore! Looks like it was fun :)
ReplyDeleteIt looks like you guys had a great time
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You are fit! 400 steps would have been hard work for me. Love the views and the photos of your boys happily hiking.
ReplyDeleteThank you..
Deletewe often surprise ourselves.. and the views were worth it.
Looks like you had a great time!! Great post!
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love this place! you had a great time for sure!
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breath taking views and I love when you share your trips. 400 steps for those wee ones is amazing! Heck, 400 steps for an adult is amazing!!
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Deletethose wee ones are fast, we had to be on our toes to keep up with them.
hoping to take my little sister here over memorial day, looks like an amazing time. Love the waterfall hike/pic
ReplyDeleteoh she'll love it.
DeleteI have been there many times! So glad you enjoyed.
ReplyDeleteLooks like you all had a great time exploring!
ReplyDeleteAmy Ann
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What a fun hike with great views!
ReplyDelete-Ashley
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Looks so fun! Would love to go to a hike out here someday!
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Looks like a gorgeous spot and so good for kids to explore!
ReplyDeleteWow what fun! I have heard great things about Asheville. Looks like some beautiful hiking and very nice weather!
ReplyDeleteWow beautiful shots! Your boys look so happy too. That is great that they had the energy to do three hikes. :)
ReplyDeleteWhen I was scrolling through these photos I was thinking, WOW that is a lot of steps! But, so worth it! That waterfall is so pretty!
ReplyDeleteCarrie
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What a great adventure trip and great photos. I am sure your kiddos will remember this for years to come! :) XO - Alexandra
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I'd love to go hiking in those areas! :D We have nothing like this in flat, flat Florida.
ReplyDeleteThis looks like a fun trip!
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