The Great Smoky Mountain National Park (Smokies) is probably on top of anyone’s list whenever they’re thinking about a nature trip, going on a hike, or climbing the mountains. Well, at least it was ...

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 ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: If you're curious what wildflower species you're seeing, try using the iNaturalist app. Not only can it help identify what plants you're looking at, but it also provides ...

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 ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Sevierville and nearby Pigeon Forge are full of bright, loud attractions. If you want to find a new escape, there's SkyLand Ranch.

In eastern Tennessee, this small is the gateway to impressive outdoor attractions. Here are the things to do in Townsend, ...

There’s no question that North Carolina’s roster of mountain towns is stacked. As you make your way down the westernmost ...

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 ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. In the hills and mountains East Tennessee, nearly every walk or drive has great views. It's why we're a top tourist destination ...