Haywood County land acquisition conserves land for wildlife, clean water and scenic views
Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy purchased 407 acres in Haywood County to conserve land for wildlife, clean water ...
Exploring Great Smoky Mountains National Park in winter? Enjoy! But be prepared for cold
The Smokies are a beautiful place to explore in winter - but visitors should be prepared for snow, ice, high winds, bitter ...
Great Smoky Mountains National Park embarks on new hellbender study | Word from the Smokies
The giant salamanders spend most of their lives nearly invisible under rocks in streams, which has made it difficult to ...
Why did Great Smoky Mountains National Park visits drop in 2024? Not the reasons you think
Long before Hurricane Helene hit the Smokies, the National Park Service already knew the visitation count for 2024 would be ...
Former Smoky Mountain coach Cindi Simmons has basketball court named in her honor
Smoky Mountain dedicated its basketball and volleyball court to former girls basketball and volleyball coach Cindi Simmons on ...
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A winter getaway to Townsend in the Great Smoky Mountains offers same hospitality, different vistas
If you've found your way to Townsend, nestled on the Tennessee side of the Great Smoky Mountains, you're already privy to ...
Snow reaches over a foot deep in Great Smoky Mountains after arctic air mass passes
Some of that snow was already on the ground when an arctic air brought record-setting cold to the mountains along the ...
Wilderness Wildlife Week in Pigeon Forge showcases the Smoky Mountains
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (WVLT) - A celebration of the area’s rich history and diversity is free this week in Pigeon Forge! The ...
Thrill-Seekers Wanted: The Best Alpine Coasters in the United States
The Best Alpine Coasters in the United States Are you an adrenaline junkie looking for a unique outdoor experience that ...
What Great Smoky Mountains National Park roads remain closed following snowstorm?
Newfound Gap Road has reopened but multiple other roads within the national park are still closed after last week’s snowstorm ...
Why volunteers are true VIPs for Great Smoky Mountains National Park | Word from the Smokies
During peak season, the popular national park has 10 to 12 "Volunteers in Park" on its roster for every one National Park ...
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The Sugarlands and Oconaluftee visitor centers has reopened but some roadways remain closed
U.S. 441/Newfound Gap Road between Gatlinburg and Cherokee, North Carolina, is closed due to snow and ice, along with several other roads within Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The Sugarlands and ...