Great Smoky Mountains National Park strives to keep the public informed about news events which occur within the park by providing press releases to local and regional news providers, and by posting current news releases on this web site.
If you are a member of the media, please contact our Public Affairs Office for additional information.
Weather Forecast Current weather forecasts are available by phone and online. more...
Road and Facility Closures Some roads and facilities are closed seasonally or may close temporarily in inclement weather. more...
Did You Know?
More than 240 species of birds have been found in the park. Sixty species are year-round residents. Nearly 120 species breed in the park, including 52 species from the neo-tropics. Many other species use the park as an important stopover and foraging area during their semiannual migration.