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Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Bear Aware in Cades Cove

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Description

Stop by for a short chat about bears in the Smokies, what to do if you see one, and how it takes all of us working together to keep them healthy and wild.

About the Park

Explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park and discover its natural wonders, scenic landscapes, and outdoor adventures.

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Event & Park Photos

Wisps of fog hang over the forests in the mountains.
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The park gets its name from mists that often rise like smoke from the mountains.

Credit: Kristina Plaas

Wisps of fog hang over the forests in the mountains.
A thick layer of frost covers the fields, trees, and mountains in Cades Cove.
A hillside in the forest covered with white trillium flowers
Gold and red fall colors fill the valleys while snow coats the mountain tops.
Bright gold and red leaves shine through the fog in a forest.
Tombstones stand in front of a white, wooden church on a foggy morning.
Rhododendron bushes line the banks of a stream filled with large boulders.

Event Details

Regular EventTalk

Date & Time

Schedule: Weekly on Sunday, Monday, Friday, Saturdays

From: Jun 7, 2025

To: Aug 30, 2025

Times:

01:00 PM - 03:00 PM

Duration: 2 hours

Location

Cades Cove Orientation Shelter

Cost

Free

Registration

No Registration Required