In this column, @SmokiesLife intern writer Hannah Early examines lichen and biodiversity in Great Smoky Mountains National ...

You could see the Great Smoky Mountains on this bucket list-worthy train ride. Or you could drive through on one of the best ...

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park ranked second overall, but it is the top park in the nation to see the categories of amphibians, slugs and snails and spiders and scorpions, according to Kühl.

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park attracted more visitors than any of the "big name" Western parks in 2019, more than Yellowstone and Yosemite combined. Here's why you should add it to your ...

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park attracted more visitors than any of the "big name" Western parks in 2019, more than ... It's home to nearly 20,000 species of plants, fungi and wildlife.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited one in the United States – and it’s a paradise for outdoor fun. From scenic drives to challenging hikes, check out all the things you ...

Maggie Valley is a popular elk-spotting area. There have been recent reports of dangerously close interactions and people ...

GATLINBURG, Tenn. — It's hiking and camping season at the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. People are coming into the park in droves, and the bears are taking notice. Wildlife biologists ...

Nearly 13 million people visited Great Smoky Mountains National Park last year. Here’s what you should know if you’re thinking of a trip. Skipping the US Travel 2025 🌴 This country's safest ...

Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of the country’s most popular national park sites. It offers postcard-perfect views and plentiful wildlife. In-person purchases can be made at a variety of ...