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 ...

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 ...

Summer brings lush green leaves that create tunnels of shade. Fall turns the whole parkway into a painting with reds, oranges ...

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

In 2009, Danny Bernstein was looking for a new hiking challenge. The Asheville-based hiker and writer set her sights on ...

Did you know there's a small-town state park in Tennessee only minutes from some of the state's biggest tourist attractions?

The John Messer Barn was nominated for the National Register of Historic Places in 1976. It is located next to the Smoky ...

Rangers in Great Smoky Mountains National Park responded to three bear‑related incidents at Ramsey Cascades Trail this past ...

The National Park Service urge visitors to plan ahead, prepare for changing conditions and know their personal ...

From secret caves to historic homesteads, there are so many hidden gems just waiting to be discovered in the Smokies.

Want to climb to the highest point in Tennessee? Depending on your planned approach, you’d better get ready for a long hike.