Cherokee Orchard Road Closed to Pedestrian Traffic

October 14, 2026

Park Alert · Great Smoky Mountains National Park · 10/13/2026

Cherokee Orchard Road is currently closed to pedestrian traffic due to bear activity. All visitors must stay in their vehicles.

Source: National Park Service (public domain).

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