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Bears in the Smokies

Our guides on bears across Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, Townsend, and Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Black Bears Are Especially Active in the Smokies Right Now. Here's What Visitors Should Know

Black bears are especially active in the Smokies during the summer. Learn why sightings increase this time of year, where you’re most likely to see a bear, and how to safely enjoy one of the park’s most iconic wildlife experiences.

July 1, 20264 min read

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