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2025 Press Releases

Western Linville Gorge Sites to Close for Helene-Related Repairs

Release Date: August 12th, 2025
NEWLAND, N.C., Aug. 12, 2025 – The USDA Forest Service will begin work to repair damage caused by Hurricane Helene on the western side of Linville…

Elk River Falls reopens after Helene recovery efforts

Release Date: July 10th, 2025
MARS HILL, N.C., July 10, 2025 — The USDA Forest Service will reopen the Elk River Falls Area on the Pisgah National Forest’s Appalachian Ranger…

Joyce Kilmer and Jenkins Meadow Trailheads Closed Week of July 28 for Road, Parking Lot Repairs

Release Date: June 23rd, 2025
ROBBINSVILLE, N.C., July 28, 2025 – Roadwork and needed parking lot repairs has forced the USDA Forest Service to temporarily close the Joyce…

Roan Mountain to Reopen June 20 in Time for Rhododendron Festivals

Release Date: June 18th, 2025
MARS HILL, N.C., June 18, 2025 – The Roan Mountain Recreation Area, the popular Pisgah National Forest site known for its spectacular rhododendron…