What month are bears most active in Smoky Mountains?
What month are bears most active in Smoky Mountains? Sightings in the Smokies and even in residential areas are possible as the bears search for food. Sightings and reports to TWRA peak in June and July as breeding season begins and newly independent cubs start roaming. Bears are most active during early morning and late evening hours.
Do I need bear spray in Smoky Mountains?
Encounters With Bears Treat bear encounters with extreme caution! Bear pepper spray may be carried by hikers within Great Smoky Mountains National Park for the strict purpose of protection against bodily harm from aggressive wildlife.
Are there mountain lions in the Smoky Mountains?
There are eight to 10 reported sightings of mountain lions, also called cougars or pumas, in Great Smoky Mountains National Park each year.