The Best Smoky Mountain Gateway Towns Offer Adventure In And Out Of The Park

Planning an trip into the Great Smoky Mountains? These gateway towns offer thrills, frills, and stunning views - just a short ...

Government shutdown: Blue Ridge Parkway, Great Smoky Mountains National Park mostly open

The extent of the federal government's shutdown remains unclear. Here's what we know about the Blue Ridge Parkway, WNC's ...
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With the Smokies open during shutdown, retired park ranger worries about 'mixed message'

Trailhead parking lots like the one used for the popular Mount LeConte hike were full Oct. 7, leading some visitors to park ...
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8 Tennessee Mountain Towns That Locals Say Aren’t The Same Anymore

Tennessee’s once-quiet mountain towns now face booming tourism, rising prices, and lost small-town charm—locals say these ...
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Sesquicentennial State Park in Columbia South Carolina

Complete guide to Sesquicentennial State Park in Columbia, South Carolina, including things to do, camping, directions, ...
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Ranking The Nation's Best National Parks For Camping So You Don't Have To

Camping in America's national parks provides unique experiences not to be missed. We've found some of the best campsites, from family friendly to adventurous.
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Despite federal shutdown, local and state funds keep Great Smoky Mountains National Park open

After the federal government shutdown cut staffing and services at Great Smoky Mountains National Park, local governments and ...
UT Daily Beacon

Federal shutdown impacts UT students, rangers, wildlife in Great Smoky Mountains

For many students at UT, trips to one of our closest national parks could be negatively impacted this fall. The Great Smoky ...
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Leaf peeping, jack-o'-lanterns and other fall fun in Appalachia and the Mid-South

As leaves trade their lush green for crunchy browns, oranges and yellows, there’s no shortage of ways to get out and enjoy ...
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16 National Parks Across Utah And Beyond Are So Overrun That Even Locals Are Speaking Up

Some of America’s most breathtaking parks are facing crowds so heavy that trails, wildlife, and even nearby towns are feeling ...

Is Cades Cove open? What to know about Great Smoky Mountains National Park during shutdown

While other national parks are closed as the government shutdown drags on, Great Smoky Mountains National Park is open - at ...
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Cades Cove Family Harvest Festival takes place Friday, Saturday

For a family-friendly event filled with history, heritage, authors and vendors, visit Cades Cove Preservation Association’s Cades Cove Family Harvest Festival and Homecoming on Friday, Oct. 3, and ...