From hikes to viewpoints, these 10 beautiful places in the Great Smoky Mountains will have you reaching for your camera time ...

The former superintendent of Great Smoky Mountains National Park tells WRAL News he is worried that safety and sanitation are ...

North Carolina's biggest tourist attraction has been hit by federal layoffs, from closed campgrounds to fewer emergency responders. WRAL Investigates if DOGE cuts could ruin your family's vacation.

Don’t miss out on the light show synchronous fireflies put on! Here’s how to see them without a Great Smoky Mountains National Park pass.

Looking for mountain views and nature trails, but without the crowds found at some more famous destinations? Head to this ...

Like the Great Smoky Mountains, this historic mountain town has river and mountain views, hiking trails, waterfalls, and unique rock formations.

A spokesperson for the Great Smoky Mountains National Park said a total of five campgrounds are anticipated to reopen in May.

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is home to thousands of wildflower species, plus 100 native tree species and an equal number of native shrub species. However, there are a few poisonous ...

A Tennessee Highway Patrol strike team and National Park Service rangers completed a challenging overnight rescue in the ...

SEVIER COUNTY, Tenn. (WATE) — A highly-technical rescue unfolded late last week deep in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, putting the training of Tennessee Highway Patrol troopers to the ...