It's no secret that Great Smoky Mountains National Park will be on the top of the visitor list; the Smokies welcomed 13.3 million visitors in 2023, its second-highest year on record. But a ...

The 5-mile, round-trip hike through the forest is considered moderate for experienced hikers, but difficult for novices, and rangers recommend carrying a supply of water and wearing sturdy hiking ...

Over the years, ultralight backpacking has garnered an unfortunate reputation: obsessive, elitist, unsafe, prohibitively expensive. While we could debate the first three (obsessive is the only one I’d ...

Cassius Cash, who was most recently the superintendent of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, has been tapped to lead ...

Whether it’s making your morning coffee or cooking a warm evening meal, a backpacking stove is an important part of your backcountry kitchen. To figure out which model provides the best performance ...

These are the best national parks to visit in the fall for leaf peeping, wildlife viewing, and more. “If your thoughts ...

Adventure, held Oct. 27-29, offers a three-day experience of off-the-grid lodging, gourmet food and drink and guided hikes.

August 2024 Any seasoned hiker will tell you that good hiking socks are essential on the trail. The best hiking socks help regulate foot temperature by using merino wool or synthetic fibers (or a ...

Top nature hikes in Great Smoky Mountains National Park include Charlies Bunion, Alum Cave Bluffs, Andrews Bald, Rainbow Falls, and Chimney Tops. Home to more than 1,500 black bears, waterfalls ...