Press Releases
Gatlinburg Trout Facility Renovations Completed
The City of Gatlinburg is proud to announce the grand reopening of the Gatlinburg Trout...
National Park Service to begin major rehabilitation of Laurel Falls Trail in January
The National Park Service (NPS) will begin a major rehabilitation on Laurel Falls Trail,...
Park Program Welcomes People with disabilities into the Backcountry
Growing up, Blount County native Carly Pearson considered time outdoors a way of life. When...
Gatlinburg Recognized as “Best Place to Visit for Fall” (2024) by USA Today
Top National Publication Recognizes Gatlinburg’s spectacular fall season, featuring...
Kuwohi name restored to the highest peak in the Smokies
U.S. Board of Geographic Names Approves Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Name Change...
Upcoming morning closures of Clingmans Dome Road for educational programs
Clingmans Dome Road will be closed the mornings of September 10, 12 and 16 to facilitate...
Gatlinburg Bypass closed to all traffic starting August 21 for bridge rehabilitation
Road will be reopened by August 26; Gatlinburg Overlook and Campbell Lead Road will remain...
City of Gatlinburg Enhances Educational Efforts on Bear Safety
The City of Gatlinburg has enhanced its commitment to educating residents and visitors...
Arrowmont is Partnering with Ole Smoky Distillery to Expand Their Veterans’ Scholarship Program
Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts has announced their plan to expand veteran scholarships...
Gatlinburg Trout Facility Undergoing Renovations
A total renovation of the Gatlinburg Trout Facility is underway at Gatlinburg’s...
NPS to implement weekday closures of Ramsey Cascades Trail starting April 15
Starting April 15, the National Park Service (NPS) will close Ramsey Cascades Trail on...
Greg Patterson Sworn in as Gatlinburg City Manager
Gatlinburg welcomed its 12 th City Manager in history on Monday morning, April 1 as Greg...
Eggo House of Pancakes is Here: A Literal “Pancake House” You Can Stay In
Photos courtesy of Eggo© SEE MORE PHOTOS In celebration of National Pancake Day, the...
Ole Smoky Distillery Earns Coveted Distillery of the Year Title in the 2023 PR%F Awards
Ole Smoky Distillery, one of the nation’s fastest growing spirits companies and the...
Gatlinburg Celebrates the Holidays with 48th Annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade
The 48th Annual Gatlinburg Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade stepped off on Friday,...
Community Leaders Honored for Extraordinary Service at Gatlinburg Chamber Banquet
Gatlinburg recently honored community leaders who have shown amazing volunteer spirit and...
National Park Service takes next steps to improve visitor experience at Laurel Falls Trail
The National Park Service is taking steps to improve the visitor experience at Laurel Falls...
GatlinBURGER Meister Crowned After Annual Foodie Event
With record-breaking participation, the 4th Annual GatlinBURGER Week came to a successful...
Gatlinburg named “Best Place to Visit for Fall” by USA Today
Top National Publication Recognizes Gatlinburg’s Unparalleled Fall Season, Crediting...
Tennessee’s Anakeesta launches new mountain coaster, life-sized birdhouse experiences this summer
Gatlinburg’s mountaintop adventure park is adding exciting new thrills - from mild...