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

Great Smoky Mountains National Park isn't the only protected public land in its region. This park has scenic mountain views, ...

Two encounters included a bear approaching visitors and taking backpacks. In another, a bear displayed aggressive behavior ...

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park offers over 800 miles of trails, from gentle loops to rugged climbs, each revealing unique vistas, waterfalls, and wildlife. Every season transforms the ...

Finding the hidden gems of Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a tall order-after all, it’s among the most-visited ...

Rangers have responded to a “significant volume” of emergencies, including a fall off a cliff: "Many are preventable with the right awareness." ...

Rangers said in one incident, a bear bit a visitor who entered a closed area.

Have you ever heard the rumor that Knoxville is in a rainforest? It's not - but you don't have to leave East Tennessee to ...

With over 800 miles of trails, the Great Smoky Mountains offer hikes for every skill level, from gentle riverside walks to challenging summit climbs. Each season transforms the park, bringing unique ...

Tennessee's two venomous snake species found in the Smokies are the timber rattlesnake and the northern copperhead. If bitten by any snake, you should call 911 and seek immediate medical attention.

Finding the hidden gems of Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a tall order-after all, it’s among the most-visited ...

A new marker now officially designates the western starting point of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail at Kuwohi. The marker was designed by Knoxville artist Preston Farabow and sculpted from 700 pounds of ...