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Parts of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park are closed after visitors encountered aggressive bears over the weekend.

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GATLINBURG, Tenn. (WATE) — A series of recent bear encounters has led Great Smoky Mountains National Park to temporarily close Ramsey Prong Road and Ramsey Cascades Trail. Park rangers will monitor ...

Great Smoky Mountains Natl. Park — Officials with the Great Smoky Mountains National Park said rangers responded to three bear‑related incidents at Ramsey Cascades Trail over the weekend, prompting ...

GATLINBURG, Tenn. (WATE) — A series of recent bear encounters has led Great Smoky Mountains National Park to temporarily close Ramsey Prong Road and Ramsey Cascades Trail. Park rangers will monitor ...

Increased bear activity in Great Smoky Mountains National Park has led to temporary trail and road closures. An aggressive bear recently caused the closure of Abrams Falls Trail, which has since ...