Camprunamuk Smoky Mountain Cabin

08/25/2026

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08/04/2026

The lodge at the top of Mt. LeConte is being rebuilt! If you're at Runamuk, watch for the helicopter lifts!

As demolition of the outgoing Recreation Building at LeConte Lodge wraps up, another helicopter airlift is scheduled to remove materials during the week of
August 10 - 14. 🚁🪵📦

Planning a trek to the summit during those dates? Follow the link to learn how your visit could be impacted. 🤔

https://www.highonleconte.com/daily-posts/leconte-lodge-recreation-building-construction-update5868068

08/02/2026

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08/01/2026

07/11/2026

The lodge at the top of Mt. LeConte is being demolished and rebuilt! Runamuk guests... look for helicopters lifting materials!

Great Smoky Mountains National Park will begin demolition of the LeConte Lodge Recreation Building on July 14 to make way for a newly constructed building later this year.

To support this work, helicopter airlifts are scheduled for July 14 from 9 a.m. to noon, weather dependent.

During the three-hour flight window:

• Hikers will not be permitted on the LeConte Lodge grounds for their safety. Lodge restrooms, water spigots, the giftshop, and food/beverage services will be unavailable but will reopen once flights are complete.
• Trails and overlooks on Mount Le Conte will remain open. Flaggers will be stationed near the lodge and may briefly pause hikers during active airlifts.
• A composting privy is available at the Mount Le Conte Shelter, and drinking water can be found at the spring on Trillium Gap Trail (boil/treat recommended).
• Drivers on US‑441/Newfound Gap Road near the Oconaluftee Overlook should expect brief, temporary delays as the helicopter transports materials.

Built in the late 1960s–1970s, the current recreation building has welcomed lodge guests for more than 50 years. Due to extensive weather-related deterioration, it will be replaced with a new structure that honors the character and spirit of the original.

We appreciate everyone’s patience during this construction.

Learn more: https://www.nps.gov/grsm/learn/news/great-smoky-mountains-national-park-to-begin-demolition-of-leconte-lodge-recreation-building.htm

05/12/2026

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04/21/2026

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𝐇𝐈𝐆𝐇 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫: 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐔𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠

The Tennessee Division of Forestry has issued a HIGH fire danger for Sevier County. Residents and visitors are urged to refrain from burning due to dry conditions, low humidity, and increased winds.

Important Information:
• No burn permits will be issued in Sevier County today. Residents within city limits should contact their local fire department for burn permit information.
• Refrain from burning debris. Current conditions can cause fires to spread quickly, even when they appear controlled.
• Burning without a valid permit between October 15 and May 15 is a violation of state law and may result in penalties.

Residents and visitors are asked to use extreme caution with any outdoor fire source. Properly dispose of ci******es and matches, avoid activities that may create sparks, and keep vehicles off dry grass.

If you see smoke or fire, call 911 immediately.

Stay alert and help protect lives, property, and the natural resources of Sevier County.

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