Roads to the Smokies are Opening Back Up

Newfound Gap Road, Clingmans Dome Road and the Little River Road all re-opened Wednesday, however half of the Cades Cove Loop Road, Roaring Fork Motor Trail and Upper Tremont Road remain closed.

The Cades Cove Loop is open only to Sparks Lane, but Park officials expect to have the remaining portion of the Cades Cove Loop Road open later today.

The Cades Cove Campground, the Cades Cove picnic area, Anthony Creek Horse Camp and Metcalf Bottoms picnic area are still closed.

Horseback riders and backcountry hikers should be aware of potential damage and use caution on all trails.