When a bear becomes a nuisance or even a danger to people, moving the bear somewhere might seem the logical solution. It doesn't end well, however.

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is home to over 66 mammals, 240 species of birds, 80 reptiles and amphibians, an ...

Bear encounters at Great Smoky Mountains National Park are rare, with only five recorded attacks in history. Euthanizing bears desensitized to humans is necessary to prevent harm and protect visitors.

The Smokies are one of the largest protected areas in the eastern United States where black bears can live in wild, natural ...

Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of the country's most popular ... Donna & Mike Take a Hike Seven years 59 Parks 295 Miles by foot, bike, canoe, horse and kayak 12 bear sightings 4 pairs of ...

Great Smoky Mountains National Park will host its annual viewing opportunity for synchronous fireflies in June despite some operational changes. Vehicle lottery and peak view dates are expected to be ...

Within the (Great Smoky Mountains National Park), a 6,217-foot peak now bears the official name of Mount Kephart. On its broad shoulder is another, somewhat shorter peak, now called Masa Knob.

When bears develop a potentially dangerous level of comfort with humans and their food, they need to be relocated. Relocated bears don't often fare well.

Korrin Bishop One of the few national parks that does not charge an admission fee, Great Smoky Mountains National Park ... place to spot deer and black bears. Start your trip at the Sugarlands ...