In addition to its wonderful scenery and trails, Grandfather Mountain is also home to a large variety of birds to enjoy watching!
Even at the Nature Museum Restaurant many birds can be found out on the bird feeders. Some of the birds which can be spotted include Nuthatches, Carolina Chickadees, and Juncos.
For woodland birds, the Profile Trail offers many opportunities to spot species such as Warblers, Louisiana Water Thrushes, and Scarlet Tangers.
On Black Rock Trail, there are plenty of birds which prefer high elevations. Some of these include Kinglets, Hermit Thrushes, and Magnolia Warblers.
A special event in September is the annual southern migration of a variety of raptor species. Throughout the month, visitors can join trained staff to watch the migration and learn more about the passing eagles, peregrine falcons, and more raptor species.