Chimney Rock North Carolina

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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 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.
      
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Comments

Couture Carrie said…
Amazing pics! So fun!

xoxox,
CC
5/08/2017
Anonymous said…
What a great place for your boys who must have so much energy they need to burn every day.
5/08/2017
Jennifer Hays said…
The 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. :)
5/08/2017
Kathrine Eldridge said…
Thanks for sharing these amazing pics. That waterfall is breathtaking! What a cool park to visit.

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5/08/2017
Emmylou said…
Oh wow! That's such a great view, Hena:) And that's great that the boys were up for the hikes!
5/08/2017
Kelsey Bang said…
what a fun adventure!!
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5/08/2017
Rowena @ rolala loves said…
Looks like you caught some spectacular views on your hikes.
5/08/2017
Midnight Cowgirl said…
What a beautiful park to explore! Looks like it was fun :)
5/08/2017
Laura Mitbrodt said…
It looks like you guys had a great time
xo
www.laurajaneatelier.com
5/09/2017
Christina said…
You are fit! 400 steps would have been hard work for me. Love the views and the photos of your boys happily hiking.
5/09/2017
MONICA SORS said…
Looks like you had a great time!! Great post!
xx
Mónica Sors
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5/09/2017
Julia said…
love this place! you had a great time for sure!
xx

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5/09/2017
karen said…
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!!
5/09/2017
Making Restorations said…
hoping to take my little sister here over memorial day, looks like an amazing time. Love the waterfall hike/pic
5/09/2017
Elle Sees said…
I have been there many times! So glad you enjoyed.
5/09/2017
Straight A Style said…
Looks like you all had a great time exploring!

Amy Ann
Straight A Style
5/09/2017
awhite said…
What a fun hike with great views!

-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
5/09/2017
Unknown said…
Looks so fun! Would love to go to a hike out here someday!

Xx, Jo
www.STYLEAT30.com
5/09/2017
Hena Tayeb said…
we all did after that :)
5/09/2017
Hena Tayeb said…
It was.. we could have spent even more time there..
5/09/2017
Hena Tayeb said…
Thank you..
we often surprise ourselves.. and the views were worth it.
5/09/2017
Hena Tayeb said…
aww it's my pleasure.
those wee ones are fast, we had to be on our toes to keep up with them.
5/09/2017
Hena Tayeb said…
oh she'll love it.
5/09/2017
Laura Marie Keenan said…
Looks like a gorgeous spot and so good for kids to explore!
5/09/2017
Pumpkin Delight (Kimberly) said…
Wow what fun! I have heard great things about Asheville. Looks like some beautiful hiking and very nice weather!
5/09/2017
Parrott Ponderings said…
Wow beautiful shots! Your boys look so happy too. That is great that they had the energy to do three hikes. :)
5/09/2017
Carrie said…
When 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!

Carrie
curlycraftymom.com
5/10/2017
Simply Alexandra // My Favorite Things said…
What a great adventure trip and great photos. I am sure your kiddos will remember this for years to come! :) XO - Alexandra

Simply Alexandra: My Favorite Things
5/10/2017
Vanessa said…
I'd love to go hiking in those areas! :D We have nothing like this in flat, flat Florida.
5/11/2017
Girl Meets Bow said…
This looks like a fun trip!
5/11/2017
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