For centuries it had been the home of the Cherokees, until most of them were forced from their land and sent to Oklahoma on what came to be known as the Trail ... the Great Smoky Mountain ...

Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail, a one-way scenic loop that provides access to popular areas in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, is scheduled to close the night of Oct. 21 for maintenance.

Right now is prime leaf-peeping season in the Smokies. Take a look at our photos of the colorful trees in the national park.

The best way to get around Great Smoky Mountains National Park is by car ... Bicycles are prohibited on all park trails, except the Gatlinburg Trail, the Oconaluftee River Trail and the lower ...