Visiting Chimney Rock Village, North Carolina

[@MrMountainMan]

It's beyond sad what has happened to my beloved Chimney Rock Village and surrounding WNC areas. I know they are mountain strong and will rebuild. If you'd like to see some video of the road leading up to Chimney Rock Village prior to Helene, check out this other video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4iknZRmqrKbns0si=EQ6CLylwDsYLcfXb

[@amrak5028]

I watched a recent Aerial Drone video, that was taken following Helene. Devastation abounds, and I was able to recall a few locations that are now non existent from the content in this video. I will sub and view more of your travels. Thank You and your sister as well. God Bless all.

[@atmmusic]

Thank you for the video showing how it was before Hurricane Helene. It’s hard to imagine how much water came down that river to essentially destroy the entire village. I’m happy we were able to visit before but feel so bad for all the shop owners and people who lived there.

[@MrMountainMan]

This was one of my favorite places in WNC I can't believe the sheer destruction. I'm sure it will get rebuilt but never be the same. ❤

[@MRM-Red]

So glad you have this footage ❤

[@MrMountainMan]

Yeah I can't believe the destruction and loss it will never be the same. This was one of my favorite places here in WNC. They will rebuild but it just won't be the same. ♥️

[@MRM-Red]

Oh I know. I'm just 2 hrs away from there. I have family in Hendersonville, Carter County Tennessee, Green County Tennessee. The mountains are a part of me. This hurts me to my soul. My heart breaks for the people up there. 🙏

[@GraceQuek-n4s]

Came here to see what Chimney Rock looked like before it got hit by Hurricane Helene. So sad that it's all gone now.

[@paulasanford1228]

Thanks! I will be there next week, thanks for the recommendations 😊

[@MrMountainMan]

Chimney Rock is great have fun!

[@melissaciswhoibe9183]

Prayers for everyone from Chimney Rock and all areas affected by the devil hurricane Helene. It was such a beautiful place and so heartbreaking it's gone. Thank you for making this video. Although, you had no idea of the devastation that would destroy this and so many other places, you preserved history. I'm glad you made this video. Have a beautiful, blessed night. 🙏

[@MrMountainMan]

@@melissaciswhoibe9183 It was an amazing area and although it will take time I know Chimney Rock Village will come back strong. Unbelievably sad what happened there.

[@JoselynPawlak]

Went 2 years ago with my family. And boy did I love it. It made me feel so happy! And Bubba was so nice

[@mburnett84]

Sad it’s all gone now.

[@MrMountainMan]

Very, very sad all these quaint little businesses and homes wiped out. I know they will rebuild it, but it will take a long time. ❤️

[@RyanParsons]

It's incredibly heartbreaking to see the devastation brought to Western North Carolina. What a beautiful little village, that sadly I'll never be able to see it the way it was before this historic flood.... It's comforting to know that humans are amazing creatures and have the means to rebuild all of this and make it better than ever. I hope someday I can visit here when that time comes. God bless all of you in Chimney Rock and Western North Carolina.

[@bradstoner7226]

Thank you for doing a nice video of Chimney Rock village. Watching this video takes me back to the days as a child that my family took me up to the little shops and I got to spend my allowance in the shops. Every year we went once in the spring and then in fall. We always stopped at Chimney Rock then onto Maggie Valley further west. I always bought a rabbit pelt, a tin toy friction car, and those neat little rock collections of NC rocks glued to a 6x8 piece of cardboard. That eventually lead me on the path to become an avid rockhound. Grandma always stopped by the numerous little roadside apple stands and we got apples and apple cider to take home. We always stayed at Heart of the Valley motel in Maggie Valley and went clogging and played putt-putt golf, visited the shops and had a had a picnic on the parkway which we would ride up to Blowing rock and back down the foothills. I break out the old family photo albums now and then and relieve those wonderful days. A time that now seems so far away and certainly gone forever. A better time. That was many years ago. Grandmother and grandfather have passed and dad near 80 years old and myself pushing 60. That's one thing that I like about Chimney Rock is that it hasn't changed much in all those years. I thank God for the memories and the love of my folks for making it possible. Thank you for this video, it was very nice.

[@MrMountainMan]

It's so nice to hear your recap of your visits over the years to here in Western North Carolina! There are so many beautiful spots, and it sounds like you made it to a lot of the best including Chimney Rock and the village. I'm glad this video could help remind you of those memories. Thanks for watching!

[@marywilson1948]

Prayers for all affected here by the devastating storm…❤️

[@dawnelliott7208]

I’m so thankful for this video to see historic Chimney Rock before it was destroyed. I never did get to visit but wish I had.

[@nyokasmith6611]

MMM !!! Thanks so much for the great video.... Even though I will probably never make it to Chimney Rock, I sure got your great videos helping me to make a virtual tour.... You make such great videos that I almost feel as though I am there with you... again... thanks for the tour !!!

[@MrMountainMan]

Absolutely glad to bring you the content! There will for sure be more from this area, and thank you for the great feedback!

[@pennybenton5607]

Visited Chimney Rock twenty plus years ago, beautiful views, good food , peace, serenity . Heartbreaking seeing Helene's aftermath. Praying for you all.

[@mistiinseattle]

So sad to hear what has become of this beautiful village. I never had the privilege of visiting. This video is priceless and will be treasured by many

[@MrMountainMan]

@@mistiinseattle One of my all time favorite places here in Western North Carolina. Absolutely heart breaking what happened to Chimney Rock Village.

[@mistiinseattle]

@@MrMountainMan I have never been there but a close friend was telling me she had been there many times and how wonderful it was. I admit I would never have walked out onto it or under the ledge people were walking under... because when I was in high school, friends and I used to camp out on a cliff ledge and would laugh about what if it fell in. The last time we went down there it had indeed done so. But Chimney Rock does look like it was a beautiful area. Such a heartbreaking tragedy. Sorry for your loss

[@msol3270]

Love your videos! I love how informative you make them, with you walking us throughout the different places. I'm looking forward to visit the Carolina mountains in October (2022) and your videos have given us many ideas. Thanks!

[@MrMountainMan]

Wow thanks for the positive feedback, and glad you find the videos informative! Have an awesome trip to the mountains this fall, and thanks for watching!

[@yourfavoritesteve]

River Watch Bar and Grill is fantastic.

[@MrMountainMan]

Great recommendation, I'll have to check it out, thanks for watching!

[@jeffbrown8659]

Great job filming! Very informative video. We were there recently and plan on going back to see some of the shops we had missed that we learned of on your video.

[@MrMountainMan]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@nikkilovesrocks]

I've never visited this area. I don't know anyone who lives there. I'm almost 2k miles away in Southern California. My entire life has been on pause since the disaster. I want to scream "Does anyone know whats going on right now?" Our families to the east are suffering in a way many people here can't imagine! I don't know how we as a Country move forward with any confidence in our federal government? So many people don't acknowledge a problem unless FOX or MSNBC is airing details. We ALL need to cancel All Federal tax payments!!! No Help =No Taxes I'm so sorry. With every sunrise is hope for the future☀️Sending virtual hugs & support to all of you!

[@5967malibu]

I grew up in Bat Cave in the mid 1960. Moved back and lived on Shumont 1991-99...Worked at McGuffey's, The Esmeralda Inn and Lake Lure Golf and Beach resort...I'll miss the old Chimney Rock, but we have no choice but to carry on...Prayer's for everyone 😢

[@MrMountainMan]

@@5967malibu So glad you had those experiences. Chimney Rock will come back WNC strong

[@ritalockett9788]

Pretty neat little village there at Chimney Rock. Pretty good choice of places to eat. Public restrooms are always a plus. Looks like a little something for everyone. The gem mines are a lot of fun, you never know what you might find. This would be a pretty cool place to stay. I would probably have to get one of those cute little flower pots from the first store. You should get an iron skillet they cook up wonderful once it is seasoned .Super nice video.

[@MrMountainMan]

Yeah everyone says cast iron pans are excellent to cook with in the kitchen. I need to check out a gem mine someday there are a bunch are here in WNC. Thanks for watching Rita!

[@KentuckyGirl]

You did a real nice tour of that place. 👍 It was nice that you got to spend the day with your sister.🧑👧 loved the detailed map at the beginning.

[@MrMountainMan]

We had a wonderful time and glad the map was worth it! 😁 Thanks for watching Kentucky Girl!

[@foxywolf1777]

So glad you two got to spend some time together❣ That is such a beautiful area up there....Looks like you were having a carb load breakfast, and Ditda's breakfast looked like a lumberjack breakfast😋 Thanks for the look around the village, and a few of the shops....Looks like it was a very good day for a brother and sister🐾🦊🐺

[@MrMountainMan]

Yeah we had a great time making this and enjoyed the little town. Thanks for the positive feedback Foxy!

[@Jones4Leather]

This is so narrow they are going to have to re-build pretty high to avoid another complete washout. Seing this tour of so many lovely businesses I have enjoyed is wonderful for rekindling memories of happy days there with family for a reunion. Mother nature created great beauty and great risk together. When I watch the geologist videos explaining how huge the watershed is that funnels.through here, it seems best to leave the whole stretch from Bat Cave to Lake Lure as a park and put all the tourist attractions and lodging well above the Helene high water line. Putting a structure on stilts like they do along the oceanfronts would not help avoid damage due to the heavy debris load in any bad flood.

[@chriscourson2824]

glad to find your channel. I used to visit the mtns of Tennessee and North Carolina every year with family. Now , i can't go as often, and rely on videos like yours. Thanks!! I love it!! I love Topton, Cherokee, and Gatinburg, and Townsend the most!!!

[@MrMountainMan]

Thanks for checking out the videos and glad you enjoyed them!

[@MooPotPie]

RIP Genny's Family Restaurant RIP River Watch Bar and Grill RIP Chimney Rock Village

[@dottiemurray6013]

@@MooPotPie 💔💔So many memories 😢

[@garyh.2487]

@@dottiemurray6013 I've never been there but still feel 💔💔

[@tomsimpson5317]

Had to leave the south and move to California. It's beyond depressing here. Wish I could figure out a way to move back there

[@azrock235]

Wow, so happy you and your sister had such a fun day together at such a cute Village! What a beautiful area especially with the access to go walk down by the river. Thanks for putting the map in the beginning as that is so helpful!! You both had some great gifts and souvenirs! Thanks MMM for sharing! Be safe.

[@MrMountainMan]

Yeah that was a beautiful clear day in the mountains, and really enjoyed being with my sister. Thanks for watching!

[@therealkpupadventures5185]

The movie last of the mohicans was filmed at chimney rock also

[@MrMountainMan]

Yes it was! One of my favorite movies of all time. I actually had a video showing the location of the meeting at the end of the movie, but the wind ruined it and I couldn't use it in this video. Thanks for watching!

[@rainbowunicornprincessandt7796]

That's awesome! How far is Lake Lure from there?

[@skylarsartnphotography3450]

I visited here back in 2019! Fell in love with this whole area. I want to move here! Looking around places like here, Black Mountain, Lake Lure, etc ❤

[@lauracox7972]

Love this video, great advertising for the Village, especially for those who haven't previously visited. CRV & CRSP are our favorites for 30 years now, we never get tired of it. Our favorite shops are Mountain Traders, Chimney Sweeps, & Bubba O'Leary's and our two favorite restaurants are Genny's & Riverwatch Grill, the best used to be Duncan's BBQ, where Hickory Nut Gorge Brewery is now. If one plans shopping a while, that paid parking lot is a great deal, just $5 for all day. We always lodge at Chimney Rock Inn, the rooms/cabins are nice & the owners are friendly. Also, after noticing your sister's Benjamin's tshirt, I think I may have actually met you in one of the shops(maybe Coffee On the Rocks)on one of our weekend visits to the Village. I recall speaking to a man wearing a Benjamin's shirt who said his grandfather used to live above Benjamin's at Myrtle Beach & learned he was ill & was advised by his doctor to move to the mountains because the air was better there. Thanks again for your excellent video 🙂

[@MrMountainMan]

Excellent suggestions over there in Chimney Rock Village! Especially about the parking which depending on the season and time of day can be a bit of a chore. I'd like to get back there and try some of the other restaurants. We love The Original Benjamin's in Myrtle Beach, but I think that may have been someone else as my Grandpa didn't live there. However, great story, and if you like that restaurant I do have 2 videos of it on the channel! kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXaqaYeNbKxmhpYsi=pwObOoYb9GynU8CN Thanks for watching!

[@CBCLI333]

Nice job !

[@MrMountainMan]

Thanks for the positive feedback, and glad you enjoyed!

[@Idreallyrathernotthanks]

Was just at the River Watch Bar and Grill a week ago after hiking the skyline trail above chimney rock. Great place!!

[@merrityndall5476]

You missed my favorite barbeque. It's the first building on the riverside when coming into town. They have picnic tables on the river down some outside steps. Good food. Never miss It.

[@lmrcollins]

Awesome place, would love to make it there some day, 🤞🏼 Thanks for showing us around!

[@MrMountainMan]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching!

[@emventuring]

Awesome vid! Love that and the Asheville area. The Carolina’s rock

[@MrMountainMan]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching!

[@christopherbell4543]

Wow what a breakfast 🥞😊 can't wait to check out Genny's 👍

[@CampingTherapy]

I like that little town. I camped there a few years ago and had breakfast at Jenny's. :)

[@MrMountainMan]

Oh that's awesome! Yeah it's a great place to eat, and the breakfast was really good. By the way, pause the video at 20:28, there is a light blue shirt on the rack that you can see a little that reminded me of the logo from your channel! Thanks for watching!

[@CampingTherapy]

@@MrMountainMan I tried, but I can't really see it good. I'll just have to go in person. :)

[@mermaidprincess5896]

Enjoyed this video very much👍🏼 Thanks for sharing💙

[@MrMountainMan]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching!

[@jennystravelaround6248]

Nice video, thanks for sharing

[@MrMountainMan]

Thanks for positive feedback and checking it out!

[@nikki30md]

Thank you for sharing, this is on my 2022 list. 💚

[@MrMountainMan]

Yes it's a really cool town to check out, and of course Chimney Rock is a lot of fun as well. Thanks for watching!

[@mmusico48]

Enjoyed the video , thank you

[@MrMountainMan]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching!

[@Huskytrailsandtails]

Great video MMM! You really Did a wonderful tour of this nice little town.

[@MrMountainMan]

Thanks Larry I appreciate it!

[@OurShowOurStory]

Looks like a nice little town, and those pancakes looked AMAZING!

[@MrMountainMan]

Yeah the pancakes 🥞 were awesome! Thanks for watching!

[@brendacoble2515]

River walk restaurant is amazing!! Their burgers are the best!

[@MrMountainMan]

@@brendacoble2515 I love a great burger I'll have to check it out. Thanks for watching!

[@benjaminwagner8141]

Going next weekend, cant wait

[@MrMountainMan]

I think the weather is supposed to be nice, have a great time!

[@tina8796]

Driving through Bat Cave was pretty frightful. Looked liked something out of a horror movie 🤣. Loved hiking to the top.

[@MrMountainMan]

It's such a cool area all year long, and 'Bat Cave,' is just an awesome name for that local town near Chimney Rock. Thanks for watching!

[@7890klop]

You should go into Bubba O'Leary's general store. They have old toys and stuff you won't find anywhere else. Some of their items might bring back thoughts of childhood. It's a great general store.

[@MrMountainMan]

Absolutely next time there I'll have to check it out! Thanks for watching!

[@KentuckyGirl]

This place looks so different now.😞

[@MrMountainMan]

@@KentuckyGirl Yeah absolutely unbelievable what's happened to Chimney Rock. 😥

[@rainbowunicornprincessandt7796]

I have roots there. I would love to take a trip there with the family.

[@MrMountainMan]

Yes it's a great place to visit! Lake Lure as you know is close by, as well as Asheville and the mountains. Thanks for watching!

[@jmwilinski]

Me, my, and my son when he was a baby want to the gem mine. The one that had the jewelry. I believe President Carter honeymoon in Chimney Rock. Miss the Asheville area.

[@MrMountainMan]

That really cool! Thanks for checking out Chimney Rock!

[@champievlogs]

Planning to go there tomorrow 10/21/23!❤

[@MrMountainMan]

It should be amazing over there with the leaves changing this time of year. Thanks for watching!

[@champievlogs]

​@@MrMountainMan​ you're welcome! And thank you for your awesome tour video by the way. It really helped me prepare for my trip tomorrow.

[@mcloud7426]

Greetings from 🇺🇸 Ft Bragg, NC 🇺🇸 area. How is the road coming in from Greensboro or Charlotte for people pulling campers?

[@MrMountainMan]

If you were to take I-26 to Hwy 64 in to town, you shouldn't have any issues. 64 and ultimately Hwy 74 into Chimney Rock are 2-lane roads, but nothing crazy outside of some curves. I'm not a camper owner but I've seen camp grounds near Chimney Rock by the river so folks must do it. One thing as well is look at Google Maps from the street view to get an idea of what the roads look like to you. There is some elevation change, but Chimney Rock Village is in the valley so you aren't climbing the mountain with any off-road or 1-lane road experiences. Have a great time and thanks for watching!

[@mcloud7426]

@@MrMountainMan thank you for the detailed reply!

[@NickandRachel]

Awesome video!

[@MrMountainMan]

I appreciate the positive feedback, thanks for watching!

[@NickandRachel]

@@MrMountainMan no problem! We really enjoy making outdoor videos also

[@mariewebster4797]

We have eaten at Medina's it was very good food, would reccomend

[@MrMountainMan]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@merrityndall5476]

You missed my favorite. The quilt shop.

[@MrMountainMan]

I'll have to make sure to check it out next time I'm there, thanks for watching! ⛰️

[@brendacoble2515]

We always stay at chimney rock inn

[@MrMountainMan]

@@brendacoble2515 How is it? Looks cool!

[@navajo6931]

Today I I drove to chimney rock a half our on the road I get scared the mountain road-hill I turned back to Old Fort

[@MrMountainMan]

@@navajo6931 Yeah be careful out that way it got destroyed as you know. Lots of folks working hard to get it rebuilt but will take years.

[@RedBow.]

Sadly, chimney Rock was completely destroyed on Friday from hurricane Helene flattened

[@MrMountainMan]

@@RedBow. Yes it's unbelievable what happened there and many surrounding areas here in WNC.

[@kushboi4204]

Gone now 🎥🫵🏾🫵🏾🫵🏾🫵🏾💨🌬️

[@michaelpardue2400]

This town is gone

[@MrMountainMan]

It's unbelievable the destruction of Chimney Rock 😥

[@michaelpardue2400]

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[@addie2739]

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[@hopefaith3705]

Hey how are you doing today

[@hopefaith3705]

Are you going live tonight??

[@MrMountainMan]

@@hopefaith3705 Yep here shortly!

[@hopefaith3705]

@@MrMountainMan you want more video ideas??

[@hopefaith3705]

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[@hopefaith3705]

I don't say things like that very often anymore.