While the popular Laurel Falls Trail in Great Smoky Mountains National Park is closed, there are still many other trails and ...

Navigation will be harder for hikers until National Park Service crews can assess and repair the trail, according to LeConte ...

I first fell in love with the Great Smoky Mountains National Park on a visit in the spring, and now that I live in TN, it is ...

Another well-known trail is Rainbow Falls, which is named for the misty rainbow that comes out on sunny afternoons. This hike ...

A Winter Wonderland Aspen, Colorado, is a magical escape nestled in the Rocky Mountains. Known for its world-class skiing, ...

Whether you're the type to enjoy a scenic drive, are an outdoorsy person who loves a good hike, or you'd rather enjoy ...

hiking every one of the more than 800 miles of the Smokies’ rigorous trails. Ann Houghton, who was found dead Feb. 2, 2024, in the Great Smoky Mountains Nationa Park, is seen here in the Virgin ...

While some have better weather than others, national parks are a favorite vacation destination for any time of year. Here's a ...

Seven out of 12 towns on this list of "off the beaten path" choices in N.C. were located in the Western region. Here's why.

Houghton was found dead Feb. 2, on one of her many explorations in the Great Smoky Mountains ... the woods, hiking every one of the more than 800 miles of the Smokies’ rigorous trails.

There are approximately 96 miles of the Appalachian Trail in North Carolina. The U.S. Forest Service saw a 10% cut in staff in February.