Providence Cabin

06/21/2026

06/16/2026

Providence has been getting lots of bear action lately! Renters have enjoyed daily morning visits while sipping their breakfast coffee ☕️☕️

04/25/2026

Honeysuckle Meadows opens for the season April 30! Book now and get FREE access to their full sized pool and fishing pond - right down the road from Providence 🎣

04/23/2026

Vehicle Free Wednesdays are getting ready to start in Cades Cove again this year!

04/22/2026

The synchronous firefly lottery is opening soon for a chance to view these amazing fireflies! What’s even better? We have cabin openings in the end of May if you’re selected for the viewing ( or even if you’re not 😉 )

It’s almost firefly season! ✨

Hoping to see synchronous fireflies at Elkmont? Enter the lottery on Recreation.gov between April 24 at 10 a.m. (EDT) and April 27 at 11:59 p.m. (EDT) for your chance at a vehicle reservation. This year's viewing period is May 20-27.

During the viewing period, hundreds of visitors gather near Elkmont to watch Photinus carolinus, a firefly species known for its synchronous flashing. The park limits access to the Elkmont area during the eight-day period of predicted peak firefly activity to ease traffic, keep visitors safe and protect the fireflies during their mating season.

Apply, cross your fingers, and get ready for one of the Smokies’ most spectacular sights!

Learn more: https://www.nps.gov/grsm/learn/news/great-smoky-mountains-national-park-announces-dates-for-2026-annual-firefly-viewing-event.htm

Photo by P. Driessche

04/09/2026

The bears are back for the year! 🐻