April 23, 2025

Although the weather this week is going to be gloomy, there is still beauty to behold among the wet and gray of the mountains. In fact, sometimes gaps in the clouds or pauses in the precip can produce some of the most awe inspiring scenery one could ever see. So don’t let this week’s forecast bog you down. Keep a chin up and be thankful we have the opportunity to explore these woods of wonder.

The percentages for rain and storms is going to be high all week. Looks like by Sunday the atmospheric turbulence will begin to calm down a bit. As dry as this region has been since the winter, there’s no denying we could benefit from a steady balanced soaking. Especially when it comes to helping out those dedicated folks responding to recent wildfires.

Earth Week might be over, but it’s rolled right into this year’s National Park Week! And we’re proud to heap praise on the dedicated people donning the green and gray uniform here in the Smokies. There are so many knowledgeable people providing an array of services at the nation’s most visited national park who we have the pleasure of working alongside as a concessioner. From biological to medical, interpretive, law enforcement, maintenance, and air quality just to name a few, we are grateful to be able to enjoy such a magical place because so many caring and hard working people make it possible. So if you see a uniformed representative of the NPS anywhere during your visit to the Smokies this week (or anytime really), be sure and give them a big thank you!