Roads and areas of the popular park often close for safety reasons during wintertime. Even so, “winter is a beautiful time to ...

President Trump's hiring freeze forced national parks to rescind more than 2,000 seasonal and permanent positions.

Millions of people enjoy Great Smoky Mountains National ... is expected to continue into spring. Balsam Mountain, Cataloochee and Big Creek areas, campgrounds and roads remain closed due to ...

Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of the country's most popular national park sites. It offers postcard-perfect views and plentiful wildlife. World-renowned for its biodiversity, the beauty ...

In 2020, Great Smoky Mountains NP had 12,095,720 park ... to see the attractions without a crowd. In the winter, several attractions and campgrounds may not be open, so plan ahead for that.

Winter offers ... for exploration and camping. Why It’s Great: Known for its lush forests, diverse wildlife, and rich cultural history, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a treasure ...

The best times to visit Great Smoky Mountains National ... some visitor centers, campgrounds and historic attractions close during the winter months. Data sourced from the National Climatic ...

Even so, “winter is a beautiful time to explore the Great Smoky Mountains,” National Park Service spokesperson Dave Barak told Knox News after the first winter storm of 2025 moved across the ...

Korrin Bishop One of the few national parks that does not charge an admission fee, Great Smoky Mountains ... the historic grist mills and campgrounds close during the winter.