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Category: Smokies Photographs

Bullhead Trail restoration makes progress in 2025, on track for 2026 completion

December 15, 2025

Crew member uses a drill to secure steps of locust log staircase on Bullhead Trail

by Julie Dodd Bullhead Trail, one of the popular trails leading to Mount Le Conte and LeConte Lodge, is now[…]

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Artist-in-Residence pushed herself artistically, helped Smokies visitors connect with nature

November 18, 2025

Colorful leaves painted in watercolor

by Julie Dodd For Lauren Connolly, being Artist-in Residence in Great Smoky Mountains National Park during November was the ideal[…]

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Appalachian Trail Ridgerunner application deadline for 2026 closes Nov. 7, 2025

November 3, 2025

Six Ridgerunners pose holding trowels to be used in digging catholes.

by Julie Dodd Applications for Ridgerunner positions for 2026 in Great Smoky Mountains National Park (GSMNP) are being accepted through[…]

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