Asheville: Chimney Rock Helicopter Tour – Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park, North Carolina

EXPERIENCE

Embark on a scenic helicopter flight that will provide you with great views of Lake Lure and the Blue Ridge Foothills. See Hickory Nut Gorge, Lake Lure, and Chimney Rock from a unique perspective before returning to the airport.

To begin, head northeast toward Fairview. Fly over Hickory Nut Gap and the Florence Nature Preserve toward Lake Lure with views of the lake as well as the Lake Lure Dam. Be sure to keep an eye out for The 1927 Lake Lure Inn and Spa, featured in the film Dirty Dancing.

As you turn, you’ll pass by Chimney Rock, a 315-foot spire overlooking Hickory Nut Gorge and Lake Lure. The tour continues over the valley and along Raven Rock Mountain and the Continental Divide in the Appalachian Mountains on your return to the airport.

HIGHLIGHTS

Experience a once in a lifetime helicopter flight in the Appalachian Mountains
See Lake Lure as well as the Lake Lure Dam from a unique areal perspective
Check out Chimney Rock, a 315-foot granite monolith in Chimney Rock State Park
Try to spot The 1927 Lake Lure Inn and Spa, featured in the film Dirty Dancing
Be amazed by the spectacular forests and terrain of the Blue Ridge Foothills

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