Their caution proved to be true, as, by the next morning, the mountains were covered in snow. By Tuesday morning, several ...

On average, the highest elevations in Great Smoky Mountains National Park get over 100 inches of snow a year. Temperatures 20 degrees below zero are possible. Roads and areas of the popular park often ...

GATLINBURG, Tenn. (WATE) — Great Smoky Mountains National Park is reminding visitors about how to stay safe and avoid negative interactions with black bears as they prepare for winter. While bear ...

The national park will remain mostly open to visitors despite the government shutdown, but visitors might notice cuts to some programs or services.

GATLINBURG, Tenn. (WVLT) - Several popular campgrounds in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park are set to open in May. The National Park Service made the announcement Tuesday, saying Abrams Creek, ...

Occasional snow showers continuing throughout Feb. 20 potentially added an additional 1 to 3 inches of snow in the most-eastern parts of East Tennessee, according to the National Weather Service.

SEVIER COUNTY, Tenn. — Editor's Note: This story was updated to reflect some extended closures began in 2024 due to damage from Helene, according to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park's website.

Visitors have questions about the country’s most-visited national park amid the government shutdown. Here’s what’s open and ...

Gusting winds and dangerous wildfires sweeping through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park have prompted rangers to clear visitors from two campgrounds and close major roads. A wildfire spotted ...

This is a terrific spot in the Great Smoky Mountains to pause and enjoy a meal - just be careful walking across the creek, as the rocks can get slippery.