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Operating Hours & Seasons

Notice: Due to the partial government shutdown this winter, delays in the spring opening of campgrounds, picnic pavilions, and cabins are anticipated. The reduced timeline for seasonal staff hiring and project planning has inherently shifted the scheduled opening dates to be delayed at some facilities. As the park determines the ability to open some facilities earlier, the reservation window will be expanded. For the most up to date information about projected facility openings continue checking this page.
 

FACILITY	2019	TARGET OPENING DATE
Abrams Creek Campground	5/23 – 10/9	April 19
Appalachian Clubhouse (2011)	4/1 – 10/31	April 19
Anthony Creek Horse Camp	5/23 – 11/12	April 19
Balsam Mtn Campground	5/17 – 10/9	May 17
Big Creek Campground	5/23 – 10/29	April 19
Big Creek Group Camp	5/23 – 10/29	April 19
Big Creek Horse Camp	5/23 – 10/29	April 19
Big Creek Picnic Area	5/23 – 10/29	April 19
Cades Cove Campground	C1-12 and 26-61 are open year round. C 13-25 and 62-76  5/23/2019 B loop 5/23/2019	C1-12 and 26-61 are open year round. C 13-25 and 62-76  4/19 B loop 4/19
Cades Cove Group Camp	5/23 – 10/31	April 19
Cades Cove Picnic Area	Year round	Year round
Cataloochee Campground	5/23 – 10/29	April 19
Cataloochee Group Camp	5/23 – 10/29	April 19
Cataloochee Horse Camp	5/23 – 10/29	April 19
Chimneys Picnic Area	5/23 – 11/26	April 19
Collins Creek Picnic Pavilion	5/23 – 10/29	April 19
Cosby Campground	5/23 – 10/29	April 19
Cosby Group Camp	5/23 – 10/29	April 19
Cosby Picnic Pavilion	5/23 – 10/29	April 19
Deep Creek Campground	5/23 – 10/29	April 19
Deep Creek Group Camp	5/23 – 10/29	April 19
Deep Creek Picnic Pavilion	04/19/2019	April 19
Elkmont Campground	LOOPS A-F: 3/08 – 11/25 LOOPS G-N: 5/23 – 10/31	LOOPS A-F: 3/08 – 11/25 LOOPS G-N: 5/23 – 10/31
Elkmont Group Camp	5/23-10/31	April 19
Firefly Event	TBA	TBA
Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion	3/29-10/31	March 29
Heintooga  Picnic Area	5/26 - 10/9	May 26
Look Rock Campground	Closed	Closed
Look Rock Picnic Area	Closed	Closed
Metcalf Bottoms Picnic Pavilion	5/23 – 10/28	April 19
Round Bottom Horse Camp	5/23 – 10/28	April 19
Spence Cabin	4/1 – 10/31	April 01
Smokemont Campground	A/B: Year round C-F: 5/23 – 10/31	A/B: Year round C-F: 4/19 – 10/31
Smokemont Group Camp	5/23 – 10/31	A/B: Year round C-F: 4/19 – 10/31
Tow String Horse Camp	5/23 – 10/29	April 19
Twin Creeks Picnic Pavilion	3/29 – 10/28	March 29

                                                                                                                                      

ROADS	2019	TARGET OPENING DATES
Balsam Mtn Heintooga Rd	5/26 – 10/30	April 19
Clingmans Dome	5/23 – 11/30	April 19
Forge Creek Rd	5/23 – 12/31	April 19
Little Greenbrier Access Road	5/23 – 11/26	April 19
Parsons Branch Road	CLOSED – hazard trees	CLOSED
Rich Mtn Road	5/23 – 11/13	April 19
Roaring Fork Mtn	5/23 – 11/27	April 19
Round Bottom/Straight Fork Road	5/23 – 10/30 (Round Bottom HC closes 10/29 at noon)	April 19

Weather

Fees & Passes

Entrance Fees:

Visitor Centers

Internet & Cellular Access

Public WiFi is available.

Internet & Cellular Access Details

 

On a clear day at Clingmans Dome, the highest point in the park, you can view mountains stretching to the horizon.

NPS Photo.

 

Welcome to the Great Smoky Mountains!

Planning a vacation to the park? Here are some things you will need to know:

• Trip Planning Guide
• Maps
• Driving Directions from nearby interstates to the park's three main entrances
• Lodging and Camping Information
• Seasonal Road and Facility Operating Schedules with opening and closing dates
• Temporary Road and Facility Closures that are weather and construction related
• Weather and Climate Information
• Traffic and Travel Tips
• Tips for Avoiding the Crowds
• Pet Policies
• Things to Do
• Places to Go
• Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

 

Be Prepared

• Cell phone service is unavailable in many park locations, including Cades Cove and in Cataloochee. It is generally available in the communities surrounding the national park. Plan ahead! What will you do in an emergency if you don't have cell phone service? Carry essentials with you such as a first aid kit, prescription medications, drinking water, and clothing suitable for the weather conditions.
• Check the forecast. Weather conditions can change rapidly in the park.
• Roads, including Newfound Gap Road (US-441), may temporarily close due to weather. Follow road status updates on Twitter at https://twitter.com/smokiesroadsnps. Do you know an alternative route to your destination? Check park maps to plan one.
• Avoid water hazards. Do not take risks while fishing, wading, or crossing streams.

 

Visit Great Smoky Mountains National Park's official online store for other books, maps, and guides to the park. Operated by the nonprofit Great Smoky Mountains Association, proceeds generated by purchases at the store are donated to educational, scientific, and historical projects in the park.