Interstate 40 in western North Carolina, the 20 miles in both directions nearest the Tennessee border, remains closed from flooding and a rockslide.

Heavy rain, flooding and a rock slide have again closed a section of the major cross country highway Interstate 40 along its narrow corridor through the Great Smoky ...

Some people hear that Great Smoky Mountains is America’s most-visited national park and think it’s a reason to stay away. The opposite is true. There’s a reason it’s so popular: This ...

No Wi-Fi, no problem: 8 family-friendly hike-in lodges for a digital detox As more families seek meaningful connections away from screens, slow travel and digital detox vacations become the trend.

LeConte Lodge, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee. Celebrating its 100th birthday this year, LeConte is the only lodge located within the Great Smoky Mountain National Park and is the ...

If you haven’t been to The Great Smoky Mountains National Park (GSMNP), you’ve most likely at least heard its hype, considering it’s the most popular park in America, racking up almost 12 ...

Great Smoky Mountains National Park might be overrun, but that’s only because it’s wildly awesome. Here’s why a trip to GSMNP should still be on your bucket list.

Want to skip the crowds at the Great Smoky Mountain National Park? Visit this lesser-known natural attraction instead, featuring tons of recreational opportunities. Arkansas. Menu. ... One of the ...

It doesn't get much dreamier than an A-frame cabin nestled in the woods. Add to that some swoon-worthy amenities and a quick drive to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and you've got all the ...

Route history The Appalachian Trail started to come to life in 1923 but no one attempted a through-hike until 1948 due to gaps in the trail because of things like a New England hurricane and the ...