We're still a couple of weeks away before the Cades Cove Loop Road closes on Wednesday & Saturday mornings for bicycles. However, there are still many options for cyclists in the Smokies area. Article includes suggestions for road cycling & mountain biking routes/trails in and around the Smokies.
Tom Harrington, a volunteer for the Great Smoky Mountains, made the trek up to Gregory Bald yesterday to observe the status of the world famous Flame Azalea blooms at the summit.