Local‑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 Forge, Sevierville, and others, reached a funding agreement with the U.S. Department of the Interior and NPS to maintain full park operations through Sunday, October 19. https://www.wvlt.tv This agreement ensures restrooms, visitor services, trail maintenance, and staff presence will continue during the critical fall tourism period. Sevier County, TN
Under the agreement, approximately $61,703.18 per day is being contributed by local and state partners to cover operational costs. Sevier County, TN Without this, many visitor centers and services would be forced to close or reduce capacity.
