Bee Rock Creek Fire Update -- April 23, 2025

Bee Rock Creek Fire Update for 4/23/25 – Grandfather Ranger District – McDowell County 

The Bee Rock Creek Fire area in McDowell County received about a quarter inch of rain in the last 48 hours and more rain is expected through Thursday. The 2,085-acre fire is now 94% contained. 

This is the final daily update. Follow the National Forests in North Carolina on Facebook at www.facebook.com/nfsnc for additional information.

The National Forests in North Carolina closed the area of the Bee Rock Creek Fire between Armstrong Creek Road and the Blue Ridge Parkway for public safety. 

Some sections of the Blue Ridge Parkway are also closed. Check the National Park Service website for details before visiting.