I noticed that the gatlinburg bypass is being worked on as well as others in the area. I sometimes wonder if they will ever finish newfound gap road. also noticed work in the smokemont area closing several trailheads until the 1st of next month.
straight fork & parsons are scheduled to open march 7th, while other wait until may.
so, what I'm trying to say is that, you always need to check with the park service while making your trip plans before you hit the trail