The eastern box turtle is celebrating 30 years as the most highly honored reptile in the Great Smoky Mountains. Here's how it won that status.

There’s a new ‘bonus’ tax deduction worth $6,000 for older taxpayers — here’s who qualifies Cal Raleigh wins the Home Run ...

Improvements are on the way for one of the most iconic and scenic roads in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park, unlike some other national parks across the United States, doesn't charge for admission.

Whether you're an adventure seeker or just want to explore the wilderness in a unique way, I can't think of anything better ...

Single-lane closures could slow traffic on Newfound Gap Road beginning July 14. Here's when and where drivers should expect them.

President Trump's order may raise fees for nonresidents visiting national park sites that already charge an entrance or recreational fee.

Here's how President Donald Trump's new executive order may impact Tennessee's Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

I've visited all 63 major US national parks. I think Great Smoky Mountains and Grand Canyon are some of the best parks for ...

Fortunately, Tennessee and North Carolina — the two states that share Great Smoky Mountains National Park — each have plenty of amazing Great Smoky Mountains alternatives. On the Tennessee side, the ...

Great Smoky Mountains National Park spans both Tennessee and North Carolina, with the border running through the center of ...

The National Park Conservation Association said visibility is 65 miles. Still a ways off from the natural visibility of 121 miles.