The tariffs wars involving global economic powerhouses such as the U.S. and China are being felt even in such distinctly ...

When beloved Smoky Mountain poet, naturalist and writer George Ellison died in 2023, he had one more title up his sleeve: the ...

Looking to get outdoors this summer? On June 19, you can visit the Great Smoky Mountains without paying for a parking pass. Here's why.

The Blue Ridge Parkway, the Olympic Peninsula Loop, and Utah's Mighty Five are some of the best routes in the USA for a national park road trip.

From the Mississippi River to the Smoky Mountains in Tennessee, discover some of USA TODAY’s Most Treasured Views in America ...

There's something undeniably romantic about road-tripping with your favorite person. No worrying about flight delays or strict itineraries — it's just you two and the open road. Whether you're ...

Memorial Day Weekend is expected to be among the busiest time of the year for the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The park lists Saturday, May 24, Sunday, May 25 and Monday, May 26 as "Red ...

May is Hike On Month in Beech Mountain, North Carolina ... including sounds and free downloadable wallpapers. The Island is open daily from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. and does not have gated admission.

The Great Smoky Mountain National Park (Smokies) is probably on top of anyone’s list whenever they’re thinking about a nature trip, going on a hike, or climbing the mountains. Well ...

Kaydee Holstein, the manager of Smoky Mountain Grub, is quick to tell you she likes maple flavoring (and she seems to like adding it to a lot of things). Maple is a breakfast food staple — the ...

CANTON — Smoky Mountain football's Ayden Johnson took the first-down handoff from quarterback Jarek Jones with his team leading Pisgah late in the second quarter. The 5-foot-11, 205-pound ...