Kephart and a few like-minded people proposed that the Smoky Mountains be made into a national park to protect the 100,000 acres of virgin forest that ... called itself 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.

Great Smoky Mountains Natl. Park — The historic Noah ... Friends of the Smokies funded the restoration collaboration project ...

Those looking to travel through the Smokies will need to keep an eye on seasonal road closures soon, as the park has begun ...

Parts of Great Smoky Mountains National Park have experienced “substantial damage,” particularly on the North Carolina side of the park. Many facilities, roads, trails and campgrounds are now ...

As Hurricane Helene fomented in the Caribbean, it seemed likely that Great Smoky Mountains National Park ... Most of the park was far enough west of Helene’s path to escape with only minor ...

while 12 off-trail Legacy Hikes were named for former club members who were instrumental in founding the club or in exploring Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Hikers who completed all 10 ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: If you're looking for quick, less-crowded trails ... One of the few national parks that does not charge an admission fee, Great Smoky Mountains National Park is also ...