10:00 am
Wear comfortable shoes and bring water.
**ADVANCE RESERVATION REQUIRED. PLEASE BOOK AT: https://www.chimneyrockpark.com/info-and-tickets/ FOR 10:30AM TIMESLOT** We'll meet to carpool at Legends on the Lake at 10am, then drive over to the trailhead together. Kickoff the pre-wedding fun with a hike, where we'll see amazing views of the North Carolina mountains together. There are several trail options at Chimney Rock, along with a giftshop. We'll be doing the Hickory Nut Falls Trail (distance: 1.4 mile round-trip, terrain: gentle slope), and then Chimney Rock (terrain: stairs). For those wanting to just see views, Chimney Rock has a skylounge that's wheelchair accessible via elevator.
6:00 pm
Attire: Smart Casual. Elevated but comfortable, be both relaxed and cute.
On-site, steps away from Rumbling Bald's Wellness Center, join us in playing mini-golf and lawn games. Test your skills on the resort's 18-hole mini-golf course, or take on family/friends with lawn games like giant chess, cornhole, and giant Jenga.
10:00 am
Swimsuit / Paddle-Friendly Outfits
Address: https://maps.app.goo.gl/SEBiWwchTccuH9p59?g_st=ipc Start the day with us at the lake! While Lake Lure is closed for 2025, non-motorized rentals like kayaks and stand-up paddleboards, as well as swimming, are available at Bald Mountain Lake.
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Attire: Dressy Casual. Light, polished, and festive.
We're so excited to have everyone together for our wedding weekend. Please join us at our Welcome Party on Friday evening at the Gardens restaurant (on-site). Grab a slice of pizza and partake in some fun & games.
4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Attire: Cocktail Attire. Suits and elevated dresses encouraged, but gowns and tuxes not required.
The Wedding and Reception will be held the evening of Saturday August 23rd. Please arrive at Legends on the Lake (the main lodge) by 4:30pm at the latest, to be shuttled over to the ceremony site. Guests are welcomed to grab a drink at Legends to take with them to the ceremony. Please know that restrooms are limited, and no parking is available at the ceremony site. After the ceremony, guests will be shuttled back to the lodge for cocktail hour, followed by the reception.