18th Annual Flock to the Rock

Birders spread out across Chimney Rock with binoculars for a morning built around one of the best raptor-watching spots around, and it's pitched at every skill level.

An annual birdwatching festival at Chimney Rock State Park aimed at both newcomers and experienced birders, featuring live raptor programs and beginner-friendly birding activities. Programming leans family-oriented, designed to introduce visitors of any skill level to the hobby.