Press Releases 2025 Press Releases

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 June 23 for Road, Parking Lot Repairs

Release Date: June 23rd, 2025

ROBBINSVILLE, N.C., June 23, 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…

USDA Forest Service opens 8 miles of new trails, new parking in Old Fort

Release Date: May 30th, 2025

OLD FORT, N.C., May 30, 2025 – The USDA Forest Service’s Grandfather Ranger District and its partners in McDowell County today opened new trails…