The park lists Saturday, May 24, Sunday, May 25 and Monday, May 26 as "Red Diamond Days," when the Great Smoky Mountains National Park will likely have "heavily congested roadways and completely full ...

From Dollywood to mountain coasters, Pigeon Forge is packed with family fun, Southern eats and Smoky Mountain adventures.

Planning a trip sounds fun—and it is—but let’s be honest, it also comes with a lot of questions. Where should you go? What’s ...

An advocate warned that slashing the federal budget for national parks could impact communities across East Tennessee, with national parks in their backyards.

Inside is a true hole-in-the-wall experience where locals go to escape the tourist crowds. Colorful murals of vintage cars decorate the sides, promising a step back to simpler breakfast times. Inside, ...

Tennessee and North Carolina’s Smoky Mountains offer travelers glorious scenery to explore year-round. Home to the Great ...

Looking for the coolest campsites with great views of the Smokies? These were the best in East Tennessee in USA TODAY 10BEST ...

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

A woman was rescued Thursday morning after fracturing her leg during a hike in Great Smoky Mountains National Park in ...

A joint strike team of Tennessee State Troopers and National Park Service rangers completed a highly technical rescue operation Thursday morning, carrying an injured hiker several miles ...

A hiker with a broken leg was forced to wait until the next day for rescue due to treacherous weather in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, officials say. The accident happened Thursday, May 8, and ...

Tucked into the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Pigeon Forge is a playground promising adventure. Whether visiting one of the many theme parks in the area, enjoying a dinner show, or searching ...