Current Conditions

Alerts

We would like to keep you updated on road closures in the park and surrounding area. There are several ways to keep up to date.

The best way to follow closure information, either temporary or long term, is to follow: 

1) @greatsmokynps on "X"

2) nps.gov   Alerts section.

3)  www.facebook.com/share/16qaRcMB8h/

4) Download the NPS App to cellphone and set GRSM as a default park

The Interactive Map is always update first, then a post is made to social media accounts.

Parking Information

Most visitors need a parking tag

All vehicles parking for longer than 15 minutes require a parking tag. Three tag durations are available for purchase for all vehicle sizes and types: Daily ($5), Weekly ($15), or Annual ($40).

🚧 Special Note: 🚧

US441/Newfound Gap Road is currently closed from Sugarlands to Newfound Gap

Date Posted: 8/8/2025Alert 1, Severity closure, US441/Newfound Gap Road is currently closed from Sugarlands to Newfound Gap due to landslide. Will likely remain closed until October.