Are Great Smokies, Blue Ridge Parkway still open as funding scales back during shutdown?

Funding has been scaled back to keep the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Blue Ridge Parkway facilities open with "basic visitor services." ...

20 Insanely Scenic Campsites for a Next-Level Getaway in the U.S.

This type of camping unicorn exists, and we’ve found some of the best campgrounds in the U.S. where you can enjoy a ...

What will scaled back funding mean for Great Smoky Mountains National Park visitors?

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

Great Smoky Mountains to stay open during shutdown, but with fewer staff and services

Great Smoky Mountains National Park will remain open through the holidays despite the ongoing federal government shutdown, ...

Great Smoky Mountains National Park emergency funding extended - see what will stay open

Funding from local agencies allows restrooms, emergency services, campgrounds, Cades Cove, all visitor centers and picnic ...

Blount commits to essential services support for Great Smoky Mountains National Park as shutdown continues

Blount County remained among the regional partners keeping the lights on in Great Smoky Mountains National Park but a month ...

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park will remain open through the end of the year

A local coalition secured funding to keep the park open through Jan. 4, including campgrounds, restrooms, picnic areas and visitor centers.
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Is Newfound Gap Road in Great Smoky Mountains National Park open amid government shutdown?

As the partial federal government shutdown passes the two-week mark, folks headed to Great Smoky Mountains National Park should know the popular park is still welcoming guests, including drivers just ...