Townsend Vacation Cabin

01/04/2025

The park closed US 441 Newfound Gap Rd at 8 a.m. Friday, Jan. 3, ahead of possible snow. If you're wondering why they would close the road so far in advance of a potential winter storm this weekend, it's because the mountains are already getting quite icy and snowy. The park also does not salt or treat the roads due to environmental reasons. Check out these shots from the Newfound Gap we**am (funded by your gifts to Friends) Friday at 9 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. It may be almost 40 degrees and dry in Gatlinburg, but on the mountaintop it's 22 degrees with lots of frozen moisture from the clouds. Here's a link to the Newfound Gap we**am if you want to keep an eye on the conditions. https://www.air-resource.net/grsmnfgap/

12/27/2024

12/18/2024

12/07/2024

Time to make a snowman ⛄️

What a view in the Smoky Mountains with a blanket of snow!

12/04/2024

It’s been 972 days since ABR had an “empty den”. In that timeframe we have seen 78 bear cubs come through our facility gates. 972 days of around-the-clock care comes with many costs. But with friends like YOU, we have been able to give them all a second chance. ❤️

Please consider giving to our . You can also support us by adopting our newest cub, Phoenix! All proceeds from our online store go directly back into our annual operating budget. Cub adoptions also make a great holiday gift! Thank you for your continued support.

You can adopt Phoenix Bear HERE: https://appalachian-bear-rescue.myshopify.com/products/christmas-in-july-adopt-a-cub-special

Or, donate directly to our Giving Tuesday Campaign HERE: https://appalachianbearrescue.org/2024-bear-necessities-campaign/

12/03/2024

Get the skis ready!

Today at Ober Mountain in Gatlinburg

12/03/2024