by admin | Nov 7, 2022 | General Announcements
On Sunday, Nov. 6, at 11:37 a.m., Blount County notified Great Smoky Mountains National Park that an approximately five-acre wildfire was reported along the western boundary of the park along Highway 129 near mile marker 4.5. National Park Service wildland...
by admin | Nov 4, 2022 | General Announcements
Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials announced that a geotechnical crew will implement a temporary, weekday closure of Laurel Falls Trail beginning Monday, Nov. 7 through Thursday, Nov. 17 to accommodate survey work. The trail will be closed to all use,...
by admin | Oct 27, 2022 | General Announcements
Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Appalachian Piedmont Coastal Fire Management Zone staff plan to burn approximately 1,200 acres of fields in Cades Cove. Weather permitting, burn operations will occur between Tuesday, Nov. 1 and Tuesday, Nov. 22. These seasonal...
by admin | Oct 25, 2022 | General Announcements
The National Park Service (NPS) issued a Finding of No Significant Impact for Balsam Mountain Campground and Heintooga Picnic Area Water and Wastewater Environmental Assessment (EA). Potential impacts associated with water and wastewater system repairs were reviewed...
by admin | Oct 19, 2022 | General Announcements
2022 marks the 35th year that the Cherokee Boys Club Board of Directors will publicly recognize a person or persons with the Frell Owl Award. The Frell Owl Award is given to those who best exemplify the character and accomplishments of the late Mr. Frell Owl, Cherokee...
by admin | Oct 16, 2022 | General Announcements
Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials announced the reopening of Look Rock Campground following a nine-year closure. The 68-site campground open on Saturday, Oct. 15 and will remain open through Sunday, Nov. 13, providing a unique, fall camping opportunity in...
