These seasonal prescribed fires help to safely reduce fuels, restore meadow habitats and maintain the historic landscape of Cades Cove, according to the park service. The park plans to burn ...

CADES COVE, Tenn. (WATE ... and maintain the historic landscape,” officials at the Great Smoky Mountains National Park posted. “New growth and early signs of spring will be visible ...

Burn operations may occur between March 6 and April 1 in several fields of Cades Cove. A release from GSMNP originally said the prescribed burns were taking place on Feb. 13 to March 3.

Initially, vehicle-free days were set to begin every Wednesday from May 7 to Sept. 24, as listed on the park's website.

The Cades Cove Homeowners Association in Southport sought permission to install a gate and restrict public access to their community. Residents in favor of the gate cited concerns about speeding ...