Planning a trip sounds fun—and it is—but let’s be honest, it also comes with a lot of questions. Where should you go? What’s ...

An advocate warned that slashing the federal budget for national parks could impact communities across East Tennessee, with national parks in their backyards.

Tennessee and North Carolina’s Smoky Mountains offer travelers glorious scenery to explore year-round. Home to the Great ...

Gatlinburg has been named the best small town in the Volunteer State by World Atlas. The East Tennessee town is a tourist ...

Last night, a woman in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, was bitten and dragged from her porch by a black bear, but sustained no injuries. Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) officers found a yearling ...

GATLINBURG, Tenn. (WVLT) - A portion of the Foothills Parkway has closed for a second time since Saturday morning’s earthquake. After the earthquake, a portion of Foothills Parkway West was shut down ...

Looking for the coolest campsites with great views of the Smokies? These were the best in East Tennessee in USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards.

These 10 delightful communities offer historic downtown areas and breathtaking natural beauty! Just south of Nashville sits ...

Gatlinburg might be the most famous “small town” on our list, but it’s still a hidden gem compared to big cities. Nestled ...

Lightning bugs. Moon bugs. Fire devils. Whatever you call them, here's where to see fireflies throughout the South.

From Dollywood to mountain coasters, Pigeon Forge is packed with family fun, Southern eats and Smoky Mountain adventures.

Stay, play and explore at Sevierville’s luxe treehouse resort—plus ziplining, coasters, waterparks and Dolly Parton history.