This guide delves into the best ways to immerse yourself in the essence of the Smoky Mountains, whether you’re a seasoned ...

The National Park Service will close one of the most popular trails in Great Smoky ... Mountain Trail and that parking lot will also be closed. The Laurel Falls Trail is a 2.6-mile roundtrip hike ...

The mountains are sometimes called the “Smokies” and are best known as the home ... We took off on our hike down an easy trail. It was exciting to be hiking in the Smoky Mountains over the ...

Laurel Falls Trail is a popular destination at the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Seeing over 300,000 hikers annually, it’s one of the park’s most iconic trails. While Gatlinburg was largely ...

National Park Service photo The most popular trail in Great Smoky Mountains ... access to the Cove Mountain area. ... By the early 1960s, Laurel Falls had become a popular hiking destination ...

This beautiful 469-mile route connects Great Smoky Mountain and Shenandoah National Parks. Our local writer knows just where to stop for hikes, camping, and the best views. New perk: Easily find ...

For the first time in nearly three years, the trail to Great Smoky Mountains National ... which travel through a steep mountain gorge. Both presented unique challenges. The lower section is three ...

The best times to visit Great Smoky Mountains National Park are the summer ... and cool nights dipping into the 50s, perfect for hiking and biking. Other visitors enjoy taking scenic drives ...