Jefferson National Forest

Special Weather Statement issued March 2 at 6:01PM EST by NWS Blacksburg VA

6:01 PM — March 3rd, 1:00 AM

Light icing possible along the Blue Ridge Parkway overnight. Temperatures along the Blue Ridge Parkway are in the upper 20s to around 30. This will promote icing on elevated surfaces such as tree limbs and powerlines. Slick spots may also develop on bridges where the air can pass underneath and freeze the pavement. Temperatures are expected to remain nearly steady through the overnight...hovering near or just below freezing in the higher elevations, and above freezing in the lower elevations.

Reopened - but access disruption south of Parksville Lake for Culvert Replacement

Access to Indian Creek Road is restored with disruptions.  The detour routes are Baker Creek Road (NFSR 55) to East Sylco Ridge (NFSR 1333).  Access will remain disrupted until the project is completed.

Little Sylco Project closes portion of FS 221

The US Forest Service plans to disrupt access to portions of FS 221 beginning Nov. 10 south of Parksville Lake while permanent water crossing repairs are completed to improve access across the Cherokee National Forest in Polk County.  This Emergency Repair is in response to flood damage that…

Roan Mountain Fire Restrictions

Fire Restrictions Continue Along the Appalachian Trail

Access disrupted to Chilhowee Recreation Area and Forest Service Road #77

UPDATE: Construction crews closed access to Chilhowee Recreation Area  for road construction and paving.  This is a phased project with adjustments to Chilhowee access throughout the phases.  The long-term improvement project includes installation of dumpster pads for bear-proof dumpsters and…

Little Milligan Boat Ramp Temporary Closure Planned

Temporary closure for Little Milligan Boat Ramp Recreation Area is planned to start in the fall of 2025 for visitor health and safety during logging operations.  A specific start date for the closure is to be determined. A projected reopening is scheduled four weeks after closure starts. The…

From Recreation.gov

The bridge connecting the loops across the stream is closed. The front loop is the only loop available for camping at this time.

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