Get off the beaten path in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park with this guide including local expert tips to avoid ...

This open-air mall in Tennessee at the doorstep to Great Smoky Mountains National Park delivers old Scots-Irish aura, ...

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 ...

Roam from riverbanks to mountaintops when you stay in this thriving Tennessee town. It's a scenic gateway city perfect for ...

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 ...

Visitors have questions about the country’s most-visited national park amid the government shutdown. Here’s what’s open and ...

Ole Smoky works from a century-old moonshine recipe that adds a dash of modern flair, which has led to the distillery racking up many awards for its flavorful concoctions like peanut butter whiskey ...

GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK (WATE) — While the famous Laurel Falls Trail is closed and several other trails remain closed due to damage from Helene, there are still many wonderful things to ...

East Tennessee offers numerous Halloween events, including spooky stories at Ijams and a carnival at Ripley's Aquarium.

America’s most visited national park, Great Smoky Mountains, saw more visitors last year than the next two parks combined, the Grand Canyon and Zion. Part of the reason is the location. Many people ...

The winter festival is one of Dollywood’s most popular events each season. Lots of classic activities and shows return to bring holiday cheer.