North Carolina's best state parks for camping span mountains, waterfalls, forests, and coastlines, offering unforgettable ...

GATLINBURG, Tenn. (WATE) — For visitors to the Smokies who stay a while, there will be park-related purchases to make starting next year. Back in August, park officials announced the “Park It Forward” ...

What better way to spend a summer day than reconnecting with nature? In honor of Juneteenth, the National Park Service is waiving all entrance and parking fees for visitors to its parks on June 19. At ...

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The Great Smoky Mountains are a popular destination for summer hikes and holiday getaways, but there are plenty of attractions created to entertain even during the winter ...

A Kuru Footwear survey found the Great Smoky Mountains National Park to be the most popular hiking destination among respondents. The park offers over 300 trails, averaging a 4.4 out of 5 rating.