The City of Gatlinburg and the Gatlinburg Convention and Visitors Bureau are proud to announce that Gatlinburg has officially been designated as the “Gateway to the Smokies”, through the approval of…
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The tennis courts at the Don Watson Tennis Center, located at Mynatt Park, will close beginning May 11 to undergo an extensive renovation and resurfacing project. The courts will remain closed for the…
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A new voice is calling from the Smokies. The Gatlinburg Convention & Visitors Bureau is proud to announce the launch of its official podcast, Gatlinburg: The Podcast is Calling , with the first episode…
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Beginning April 30, Great Smoky Mountains National Park will transition its backcountry permit reservation system to Recreation.gov. This transition will improve reliability, security and customer…
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Beginning May 4, Great Smoky Mountains National Park will close Bullhead Trail from Monday through Thursday each week, excluding federal holidays, through November 19. During this time, the park will…
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park will offer Cades Cove Vehicle-Free Days every Wednesday from May 6 to Sept. 30. These designated days give pedestrians and cyclists an opportunity to experience…
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Full Spring Reopening to come later this Spring; will feature Crystal Express and New Experiences Anakeesta is pleased to announce a partial reopening to the public beginning March 9, 2026. Guests…
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New marketing campaign challenges visitors to log off, stop scrolling, and experience Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountains in real life. New Campaign The Gatlinburg Convention and Visitors Bureau have…
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The City of Gatlinburg is proud to announce that the Gatlinburg Golf Course has been named the 2025 Public Course of the Year by the Tennessee Turfgrass Association (TTA), recognizing excellence in…
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Beginning in January, the National Park Service (NPS) will begin a multi-year project to improve safety and infrastructure on the Gatlinburg Spur, the scenic road connecting Pigeon Forge and…
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