As winter settles in, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is already looking ahead to 2026 — and facing new challenges. Due to federal budget reductions, park officials are re-evaluating staffing and visitor service levels...
Read MoreThe Great Smoky Mountains National Park has entered a refreshed phase of accessibility for autumn visitors. Following the recent federal government shutdown, the park reopened for full operations as of October 4, 2025, ensuring...
Read MoreAs the U.S. federal government entered a partial shutdown on October 1, 2025, many travelers planning fall getaways to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park (GSMNP) and nearby towns like Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge have been...
Read MoreLocal‑state partners struck a new agreement to keep the Great Smoky Mountains National Park open through mid‑October. Amid the federal government shutdown, Sevier County, along with the municipalities of Gatlinburg, Pigeon...
Read MoreGatlinburg Bypass landslide closureFollowing heavy rainfall recently, a landslide has left the Gatlinburg Bypass closed until further notice, according to the official Great Smoky Mountains National Park Facebook page. Local TV...
Read MoreThe Great Smoky Mountains: A quick orientation to America’s most beloved park Straddling the border of Tennessee and North Carolina, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is both a living museum of Southern Appalachian culture...
Read MoreThough peak leaf season is tapering off, autumn colors remain visible at lower elevations through early November. Visitors looking for scenic drives can explore open sections of the Blue Ridge Parkway and various overlooks along...
Read MoreCurrent Great Smoky Mountain National Park Status from Hurricane Helene Hurricane Helene brought severe flooding and erosion, particularly impacting the North Carolina side of the park, including Cataloochee Valley, Big Creek,...
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As the snow melts and the first signs of spring emerge, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park...
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Exploring the Great Smoky Mountains National Park: A Visitor’s Guide for the Upcoming Week...
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The National Park Service is improving the visitor experience at Laurel Falls Trail, one of the...
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Is there an entry fee to enter the Great Smoky Mountains National Park? There is no entry fee for...
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