(0)What is the total solar eclipse?
A total solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes directly between the sun and the Earth, creating a shadow during the day in the areas that are in the solar eclipse’s path. It causes the area it covers to be in total darkness during the eclipse – even in the middle of the day!
When will it happen?
The eclipse will happen Monday, August 21, starting around 1 p.m. EST. It should be in total eclipse by about 2:30 p.m. The last total solar eclipse that covered a large portion of the United States happened in the 1970s. The upcoming solar eclipse will be the first of its kind in the 21st century!
Where can I see it?
The entire western half of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park will be in the path of the total solar eclipse. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park will be hosting 3 viewing events for the solar eclipse, at Clingmans Dome (sold out), Cades Cove, and Oconaluftee. Plus, some of our cabins are within the eclipse’s viewing path! Beyond the Smokies, the eclipse will stretch 67 miles wide, ranging from Oregon to South Carolina. During the day on August 21, people in 14 states will be in total darkness during the day.
What do I need to watch the solar eclipse? Any safety tips?
Much like looking directly at the sun, watching a solar eclipse can be damaging to the eyes if viewed directly. Normal sunglasses don’t protect against the possible damage. For the solar eclipse, you need glasses with special-purpose solar filters that meet ISO 12312-2 standards. PLEASE use the proper glasses for watching the eclipse. Not doing so could cause permanent vision loss.
Watching the eclipse with Cabins for YOU
Don’t want to miss this awesome experience? If you call and book a stay with Cabins for YOU during the total solar eclipse and use the promo code Eclipse2017, you’ll get 5% off your stay! This offer is not available online.