Tucked away in western North Carolina's mountain region is a tranquil, craft‑filled hamlet surrounded by waterfalls, forest ...

More than 30 apple trees persist on The Purchase at the national park. They're more than 125 years old, and their DNA is ...

Great Smoky Mountains Natl. Park — People can still mostly enjoy a trip to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee, according to a post the park made on social media. It said programs on ...

If you're looking to explore the Smoky Mountains, this hidden destination is an absolute gem, offering hikes to scenic ...

For any updates about the latest road closure information, you can go to the national park’s official website.

There are few fall experiences more enchanting than watching the North Carolina mountains transform into a kaleidoscope of color, and one of the most magical ways to take it all in is aboard The Great ...

North Carolina is a rich travel destination, with national parks, vibrant cities and wellness retreats. Each article ...

Great Smoky Mountains Natl. Park — A long-awaited natural spectacle is unfolding in western North Carolina and along the Tennessee border. Brood XIV cicadas emerged from the ground after 17 years of ...

Businesses in North Carolina’s Great Smoky Mountains region are losing thousands of dollars in the wake of Hurricane Helene as tourists avoid the state or cancel plans to visit. A new NBC report ...

Great Smoky Mountains park rangers responded to an Oct. 13 incident Roaring Fork Road Motor Nature Trail involving a semi-truck which got stuck overnight, officials say. NPS photo The narrow, winding ...

A North Carolina woman who served as a volunteer at Great Smoky Mountains National Park was found dead along a popular trail, the park says. Great Smoky Mountains National Park photo A North Carolina ...