For hikers who want a challenge without requiring additional gear, North Carolina's Grandfather Trail serves as a rewarding yet demanding hike.

Grandfather Mountain is about 110 miles northwest of ... (The other parts of the mountain are operated as a North Carolina state park.) The 5,300-foot tall mountain’s “primary allure is ...

Grandfather Mountain State Park, which is adjacent to Grandfather Mountain, remains closed. In contrast to the swinging bridge and other tourist attractions, Grandfather Mountain State Park is ...

GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN — A lost hiker on Grandfather Mountain was found safe by emergency services personnel on Christmas Day.