I went to Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee and was surprised by free entry, a scenic tram, and difficult ...

To attend the popular Great Smoky Mountains synchronous fireflies event, people must enter a lottery for tickets. Here's how, the 2026 dates and more.

Sevierville, Dolly Parton's hometown near Great Smoky Mountains National Park, is a hidden gem for dog-friendly glamping and ...

Gatlinburg, Tennessee, is a town known as the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains. I found peaceful mountain cabins and thrilling rides during my first visit in April. Take a look at the vibrant town ...

You might know it as the second-oldest town in the state, but for us, it's one of the best small towns in Tennessee to visit.

Two encounters included a bear approaching visitors and taking backpacks. In another, a bear displayed aggressive behavior ...

Did you know there’s a small-town state park in Tennessee located in the shadows of some of the most famous locations in the ...

For many, Tennessee is an ideal vacation destination. The Volunteer State has so much to offer tourists: A visit to Graceland, watching a race at Bristol Motor Speedway, a hike through the Great Smoky ...

GATLINBURG, Tenn. — Foothills Parkway has been reopened with no damage reported after being closed for inspection following a 4.1 magnitude earthquake, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park said.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Wendy Altschuler is a seasoned travel and adventure writer and author. The Cherokee people called this area the “Place of Blue ...

Parts of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park are closed after visitors encountered aggressive bears over the weekend.