UPDATE: US 441 (Newfound Gap Rd) is back open. Alum Cave is once again accessible. Watch for ice and snow on the roadway as mountain temps will remain frigid into the weekend. Good Morning,
It’s a frosty Friday atop East Tennessee this morning. The summit was graced with another couple inches of fresh powder during the night, bringing our total accumulation to 4”. Temps remain in the mid teens at sunrise, which feels icier in the wind. It’s unlikely we’ll surpass the freezing mark today, and gusts near 35mph will see to that. Skies should slowly begin to clear later today and welcome a pleasant Saturday, but conditions will remain icy and cool into the weekend, at least until Sunday afternoon. The snow line extends pretty far down from our vantage point, so cold weather gear and traction devices will be a must for everyone hoping to safely and enjoyably reach the top. US 441 (Newfound Gap Rd) remains temporarily closed this morning, which is no surprise given the recent precip and current temps. Whether it happens to reopen today or tomorrow will be the great wonder weighing on everyone’s minds. In the meantime, Cherokee Orchard and Roaring Fork are still open. So travelers have some extra walking to do if taking Rainbow Falls or Trillium Gap today. Earlier starts are advised, especially since snow and ice can slow down one’s usual hiking cadence. Have a great day.
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