Bearfoot Paradise, Smoky Cove Resort

09/11/2026

From September 14 to 30, the park has multiple shoulder and single-lane closures planned on the Gatlinburg Spur that will affect traffic. If you plan to drive between Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge on these dates, please drive with caution and leave extra travel time in case of delays.

• On Sept. 14-17 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., a single-lane closure is scheduled for the southbound section of the Spur between the Gatlinburg Welcome Center and the Gatlinburg City Limit for storm damage repairs.

• On Sept. 14-16 from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., shoulder closures are scheduled for the north and southbound acceleration ramps near Huskey Grove Bridge for utility surveys for future construction. Personnel will be working behind the guardrails and medians of both the north and southbound lanes.

• On Sept. 21-30 from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., single-lane closures are scheduled for the north and southbound lanes near Huskey Grove Bridge for utility work. The park plans to start single-lane closures on the southbound lanes and then shift to the northbound lanes. The single-lane closure will affect the tunnel in the northbound lane. Work is scheduled to conclude for the day at noon on Sept. 25 and will not occur over the weekend.

Learn more about this roadwork: https://www.nps.gov/grsm/learn/news/upcoming-single-lane-closures-on-gatlinburg-spur-sept-14-30.htm

09/11/2026

We've compiled a list of activities in the area that cater to families with young children, including some great options for adventurous families. Scroll this link. Websites are included.
https://www.mybearfootcabins.com/category/indoor-activities/family-fun/

09/11/2026

09/11/2026

Frozen Snickers anyone? No kidding aside, it's scary when a bear opens an unlocked cabin door. Bears are very versatile with those paws. Keep cabin doors and vehicle doors locked at all times. You are in bear country. They have one goal in mind, where's my next meal.

09/11/2026

NATIONAL PARK FAMILY ACTIVITIES
Enjoy Picnic Areas, Historical Places, Swimming Holes, Sightseeing, Synchronized Fireflies, Tours, Hiking, Quiet Walkways, Bicycle Trails, synchronous Fireflies, Fishing
Scroll through link. Website links to activities and venues are clickable.
https://www.mybearfootcabins.com/category/national-park/family-fun-national-park/

09/06/2026

EARLY FALL SPECIAL
Stay 3+ Nights, Get 1 Night Free
Make your fall getaway last a little longer. Stay three or more nights in the Smokies and enjoy one night free on stays Sept. 4–Oct. 1.

https://mybearfootcabins.com
Or call 618-559/3915

09/06/2026

And when that call comes through, just jump to it. Time is wasting that could be spent in the Smoky Mountains at one of the My Bearfoot Cabins.

https://mybearfootcabins.com

09/04/2026

GROCERY DELIVERY
You have arrived at the cabin and all your groceries have been purchased and put away, Now it’s time to jump into action and have some fun.
https://www.mybearfootcabins.com/grocery-delivery-in-the-smokies/

09/04/2026

Kuwohi Road will be closed to all pedestrians, cyclists and motorists the mornings of Thursday, September 10, and Tuesday, September 15, to facilitate Kuwohi Connection Days. The park will close the road at 8 p.m. the night before each event and will reopen it by 2 p.m. each day of the scheduled closures.

Please consider alternate destinations during these times. If you're hoping for scenic mountain views, consider Look Rock Tower on the Foothills Parkway. Newfound Gap Overlook will also remain open during the Kuwohi closures.

Read more: https://www.nps.gov/grsm/learn/news/upcoming-half-day-closures-of-kuwohi-road-on-sept-10-and-15-for-educational-programs.htm

09/04/2026