Asheville is a popular summer hiking destination, but some trails nearby are even prettier in winter. Here are the five best ...

From cool spots to beat the summer heat to locations with the prettiest fall foliage, these scenic Tennessee mountain towns are always worth the stop.

BRYSON CITY — Train enthusiasts with an eye for springtime scenery may want to make tracks to Bryson City in May for a trip through the Smoky Mountains. The Watauga Valley Railroad Historical Society ...

From cozy couple retreats to scenic group getaways, these Smoky Mountains A-frame cabins deliver a true escape into nature ...

GATLINBURG, Tenn. — A popular hiking trail is back open to the public, taking hikers through the park and into the Great Smoky Mountains seven days a week. The Ramsey Cascades Trail was only open ...

Mark Van Osdal is a tree whisperer. Owner of Carolina Bound Adventures, he is leading a small group of us on the Deep Creek hike on the North Carolina side of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park ...

TOWNSEND, Tenn. — If you've found your way to Townsend, nestled on the Tennessee side of the Great Smoky Mountains, you're already privy to beautiful scenery and an outstanding array of outdoor ...

This not-so-secret Smoky Mountain gem was named the best small town in Tennessee. World Atlas dubbed Townsend as the best small town in Tennessee for a three-day weekend. The town borders Great Smoky ...

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park - a family-focused resort located minutes from Great Smoky Mountains National Park, featuring an indoor water park, multiple dining venues, and a range of ...

America’s national parks are the beating heart of outdoor adventure, vast landscapes where every turn feels like a postcard and every trail holds a secret. Yet among these treasures, one park stands ...

NEW YORK, Oct. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Smoky Mountains continue to draw millions of visitors each year, their mix of natural beauty and cultural attractions making Gatlinburg one of the Southeast ...