Roan Mountain State Park Prepares for Summer Season Despite Hurricane Damage

Roan Mountain State Park prepares for summer season despite Hurricane Damage

ROAN MOUNTAIN, Tenn. (WJHL)—Many state parks are beginning to open for the season, welcoming the public back onto their trails. However, Roan Mountain State Park faces a new set of challenges this season. In September, Hurricane Helene hit the park, causing devastation that led to closures throughout the park. "One of the biggest things is the bridge here in the campground," Park Director Monica Johnson said. "Going up to our upper areas, it's p…

Asheville announces partial reopening of French Broad riverfront parks, greenways after Helene

Asheville announced the partial reopening of several riverfront parks and greenways along the French Broad on May 22, though some of the hardest hit areas remain fully closed. In a news statement, the city urged people to be cautious and “mindful” while visiting reopened areas and to adhere to posted signage, barriers and instructions from park staff regarding closed areas or possible hazards. “As federal inspections of impacted areas are comple…

City Announces Partial Reopening of French Broad Riverfront Greenways and Parks - The City of Asheville

The City of Asheville is committed to ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors to parks and public spaces damaged by Tropical Storm Helene and thanks the community for their cooperation. As federal inspections of impacted areas are completed and those areas are deemed safe, community members can expect a phased approach to reopening these cherished public spaces when possible. Full rebuilding of parks, greenways, and public infr…