Planning an trip into the Great Smoky Mountains? These gateway towns offer thrills, frills, and stunning views - just a short ...

A report from the National Park Service report shows just how much the Great Smoky Mountains National Park contributes to the ...

This Idaho city nestled at the base of the Sawtooth and Smoky Mountains promises summer and winter outdoor adventure, and several natural hot spring options.

North Carolina’s treasured Mountains-to-Sea State Trail (MST) is 1,175 miles long and was established in 1977; it passes ...

Multigenerational road trips have gained popularity, with families reimagining their holiday traditions to find new adventures — including visiting national parks.

Trailhead parking lots like the one used for the popular Mount LeConte hike were full Oct. 7, leading some visitors to park ...

The state and local partners funding the reopening of Great Smoky Mountains National Park during the shutdown will keep the park open another 10 days.

The state and local partners funding the reopening of Great Smoky Mountains National Park during the shutdown will keep the park open another 10 days.

When the federal government shut down at midnight Oct. 1, there were a lot of questions, especially for Western North ...

Escape to mountain resort towns that blend peaceful scenery, family fun and plenty of kid-friendly adventures.

Tucked away in Western North Carolina, Cherokee provides unparalleled access to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. With ...

Tucked away in Western North Carolina, Cherokee provides unparalleled access to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. With more than 520,000 acres of dense forest and its location near the start of the ...