Park visitors wanting to get a taste of the Appalachian Trail can hop on the famous footpath at Newfound Gap for an 8-mile round-trip hike to Charlies Bunion. This scenic rock formation was exposed in ...

Join the UT Arboretum Society for a free virtual tour of the Great Smoky Mountains to discover unique birds.

Sevierville, Dolly Parton's hometown near Great Smoky Mountains National Park, is a hidden gem for dog-friendly glamping and ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: Look for parking along Park Headquarters Road. Once parked, plan to walk into Gatlinburg for a bite before trekking back. I recommend some griddle cakes at Crockett's Breakfast ...

There are about 80 days of summer vacation before school comes along to end it. Have you decided how to spend them? The communities of Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and Sevierville are hot summertime ...

If you are considering a trip to the Great Smoky Mountains, check out my 7 Ways to Plan the Ideal Family Trip to the Great Smoky Mountains! The Great Smoky Mountains is one of the top vacation spots ...

In the hills and mountains East Tennessee, nearly every walk or drive has great views. It's why we're a top tourist destination and why thousands of families have pointed their U-Hauls in our ...

About 15 years ago, I moved to Nashville and was excited to learn that it was located just a short drive away from Tennessee's Smoky Mountains. Since then, it's been a regular trip for my husband and ...

Dates to view the synchronous fireflies show in Great Smoky Mountains National Park have been announced. Here’s when and how to try to get in.

This story was produced in partnership with RE:PUBLIC Lands Media, an independent, nonprofit news organization. The Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail forms a 5.5-mile loop through dense hardwoods, ...