Stretching 469 miles through Virginia and North Carolina, it’s the most visited site in the National Park System—and for good reason. From beautiful waterfalls just steps off the road to the route's ...

Maximize your day with this Great Smoky Mountains National Park one day itinerary packed with scenic drives, food tips, and can’t-miss overlooks.

Fortunately, one of the most memorable ways to explore the United States is also one of the most cost-effective. Hiring a car ...

From stunning vistas to breathtaking beauty, these are the Most Treasured Views in East Tennessee. Here’s how to see them.

From scenic hikes to downtown strolls and local eats, here are some cheap things to do in Gatlinburg, TN, during your next ...

Discover 8 family-friendly hike-in lodges perfect for a digital detox; no screens, just trails, campfires and real connection ...

It’s wildflower season in the Great Smoky Mountains, and beneath the long morning shadows at Chestnut Tops Trail near Townsend ... A couple years after he became a Volunteer-in-Park at Great Smoky ...

While Great Smoky Mountains National Park was largely spared by the brunt of that storm, it’s possible that some roads or trails could be closed for rehabilitation. Be sure to check the status ...

Over six months after Hurricane Helene caused "substantial damage" in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, one of the park’s hardest-hit areas is reopening. Trails and some roads in Cataloochee ...

Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited national park in the USA with 10.7 million people visiting in 2015. The Appalachian Trail, from Maine to Georgia, runs through the center of ...