These scenic routes pair national parks, theme parks and historic sites with family-friendly campgrounds across the U.S.

The most visited area in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a stunning drive through the forest with trails and ...

Even as a seasoned camper, I learned the hard way that a map does not tell the whole story. These simple steps will help you ...

Near Gatlinburg in Tennessee's Smoky Mountains, this unusual and picturesque waterfall spreads across dark rock ledges beside ...

This recreation area in North Carolina's Smoky Mountains is frequently cited as one of the best mountain biking destinations ...

I took an aerial tram up into the Great Smoky Mountains in spring 2023. The ride was not part of my initial travel plan. In fact, I'd never heard of it before this trip. I spotted the tram while stuck ...

If you’ve ever visited the Tennessee side of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, you’ve probably been to Sevierville. You maybe just didn’t realize it. Sevierville — pronounced suh-VEER-vul — is the ...

A lottery for tickets to the 2026 synchronous firefly viewing event in the Great Smoky Mountains opens in mid-April. The park limits access to the Elkmont area to protect the fireflies during their ...

Increased bear activity in Great Smoky Mountains National Park has led to temporary trail and road closures. An aggressive bear recently caused the closure of Abrams Falls Trail, which has since ...