There are about 80 days of summer vacation before school comes along to end it. Have you decided how to spend them? The communities of Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and Sevierville are hot summertime ...

Tucked into the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Pigeon Forge is a playground promising adventure. Whether visiting one of the many theme parks in the area, enjoying a dinner show, or searching ...

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The air is beginning to get colder and the leaves are starting to change. Fall is here, and for those of you looking for something fun to do, we’ve put together a list of six ...

It’s not the largest US national park, but with more than 11 million guests in 2018, Great Smoky Mountains National Park is certainly the most visited. Set on both sides of the North ...

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The Great Smoky Mountains are a popular destination for summer hikes and holiday getaways, but there are plenty of attractions created to entertain even during the winter ...

SEVIER COUNTY, Tenn. — On Friday, Tennessee Commissioner of Tourist Development Mark Ezell spent the day meeting with Sevier County businesses. He knew they'd be busy with the opening of small, ...

There are many things that can make hiking potentially risky, but one of the most dangerous Great Smoky Mountain trails has ...

If you head south on the main parkway through Pigeon Forge, you'll enter Great Smoky Mountains National Park, known for its black bears, rolling mountains, abundant wildflowers, historical sites and ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: If you're looking for quick, less-crowded trails, keep an eye out for "quiet walkways" along the park's main roads, noted with simple wooden signs. These paths are relatively ...