The most stunning parks in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains offer panoramic views, high peaks, scenic trails, and ...

More than 30 apple trees persist on The Purchase at the national park. They're more than 125 years old, and their DNA is ...

Near the border between North Carolina and Tennessee lies a small town that's a perfect place to explore the Smoky Mountains and enjoy the quiet life.

For any updates about the latest road closure information, you can go to the national park’s official website.

After closing for winter weather the night of Dec. 9, the major road through the park between Gatlinburg and Cherokee, North ...

Newfound Gap Road - which had been closed since Dec. 10 because of snow and ice - is now open to traffic. Here's what drivers should know.

This county in North Carolina took a beating due to hurricanes in 2024, but now it's ready to welcome back visitors and get ...

The bull apparently challenged a “Little Tikes Secure Swing” to a duel and the swing ended up attached on the elk’s antlers, the Haywood County Sheriff’s Office says. It was first reported Friday, Nov ...

A man is standing by a large ice cave entrance during winter sunrise with blue and green hanging icicles. Winter is one of the most underrated times to explore America’s national parks. While many ...

Lake James State Park, just a short drive from downtown, provides nearly 7,000 acres of pristine mountain water perfect for ...

In the rolling hills of western North Carolina, there’s a barbecue joint where the smoke signals rising from the chimney might as well be saying “turn here for happiness.” 12 Bones Smokehouse in Arden ...

Seasonal hiring is underway at the Smokies, but funding uncertainty could affect staffing and visitor experience at national ...