Status board
What is closed or has an alert right now, across every national park site. Most serious first.
Last checked with the National Park Service at 5:54 pm PDT, Oct 20. Local notices appear as soon as an editor publishes them.
10 alerts in Kentucky
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Closure
Green River Ferry Temporarily Out of Service
Mammoth Cave National Park · Kentucky
The Green River Ferry has temporarily suspended operation due to low water levels. Ferry service will resume once water levels rise and conditions are safe. A river forecast is available at: water.noaa.gov/gauges/03309000
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Closure
Elevator for Accessible Tour Out of Service
Mammoth Cave National Park · Kentucky
Due to mechanical issues with the cave elevator, the Accessible Tour is currently unavailable. Please check back for updates or call the visitor center at (270) 758-2180.
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Information
The Use of Drones is Prohibited at Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area
Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area · Kentucky, Tennessee
Currently, the use of drones is prohibited at Big South Fork and all National Parks. Detailed information about the policy is available...
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Information
Big South Fork Announces Temporary Closure of Blue Heron Tipple Bridge
Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area · Kentucky, Tennessee
Big South Fork NRRA has announced the temporary closure of the historic Blue Heron Tipple Bridge, effective immediately in the interest of visitor safety. A recent bridge safety inspection conducted by the Federal Highway Administration identified structural issues specific to the pier’s bridge decking which is now leaning beyond acceptable standards.
More from the park: Big South Fork Announces Temporary Closure of Blue Heron Tipple Bridge
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Firewood ban is in effect for the park.
Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area · Kentucky, Tennessee
Firewood ban is in effect for the park. Only firewood from the surrounding counties of Scott, Morgan, Pickett, and Fentress, in Tennessee, and McCreary in Kentucky, can be brought into the park. Firewood is for sale or you may use dead and down wood.
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Black Bears at Big South Fork
Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area · Kentucky, Tennessee
Black bears call Big South Fork NRRA home. Help keep them healthy and safe by storing all food, cooking items, feed, cosmetics and coolers properly stored when at campgrounds or in the backcountry.
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Trail Maintenance Underway Near Sand Cave
Cumberland Gap National Historical Park · Kentucky, Tennessee, Virginia
Crews are using Ridge Trail from Hensley to Sand Cave Trail to complete trail work. Trails remain open; some sections may be muddy or messy.
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Fort Donelson NB Park Fall Hours
Fort Donelson National Battlefield · Kentucky, Tennessee
Visitor Access to Fort Donelson NB Park Lands: Pedestrian Access is from sunrise to sunset. Automobile Access to Fort Donelson NB Park Roads 8:00 am – 6:00 p.m. daily.
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Temporary Closure of Select Trails for Rehabilitation Project
Mammoth Cave National Park · Kentucky
The Old Guides Trail, Heritage Trail, Sunset Point Trail and areas of the Sinkhole Trail are currently closed due to a trail rehabilitation project.
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Tickets are required to enter Mammoth Cave
Mammoth Cave National Park · Kentucky
Reservations are strongly recommended. Reservations are the only way to ensure a spot is available for your party. Please plan accordingly by visiting Recreation.gov to secure your tickets in advance. Availability of walk-up tickets is not guaranteed.
More from the park: Tickets are required to enter Mammoth Cave