April 30, 2024

Good Morning,

You know what they say about April showers and what they bring. We sure hope that rings true once we hop into May after today. Heavy rains are rumbling through the Smokies as we speak and are expected to remain steady across the morning hours. We might see a brief break in the atmospheric action around lunch time, but then chances for isolated thunderstorms return during the afternoon and early evening. So not really any escaping the dreariness to be had today. Smart hikers who come prepared with the gear to stay dry will have the best go of it. Temps will range from mid 40s to mid 50s today, while winds will be a presence gusting upwards of 35mph. Wednesday will welcome back the warmth and sunshine to the region.

Reminder that if you are hoping to visit our gift shop either between the hours of 9:00-10:00 AM or 12:00-4:30 PM, we do accept varying forms of payment. Visa, Mastercard, and Discover are acceptable among credit cards ($10 minimum required for use). We do not accept Amex or gift cards at this time. Checks are acceptable, and cash will get you through the line the fastest. Small bills for making exact change are highly preferred. Just some tips to help you spend more time in the outdoors enjoying nature and less time standing in line or drawing the ire of fellow customers!

​Have a great day.