Conservation
Airlift Operations Planned for LeConte Lodge Demolition in Great Smoky Mountains
The National Park Service will run additional airlifts from Sept 14-18 to remove debris from the demolished LeConte Lodge recreation building.
Source: National Park Service · 2026-09-12
Source: National Park Service
Great Smoky Mountains National Park announced that extra airlift flights will take place between Sept 14-18 to clear material from the recently demolished LeConte Lodge recreation building. The operation follows the initial demolition phase and aims to expedite site cleanup. Hunters should note that airlift activity may affect access to nearby trails and backcountry routes during the scheduled days, so checking current conditions before heading out is advised.
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