Join me as I share the national pabest Smoky Mountain vacation ideas for every traveler based on my experience exploring the ...

You know that old saying – it’s not about the destination but the journey itself? This is how I feel about a Raleigh to the ...

It was an icy mid-winter day when 73-year-old Ann Houghton parked her Subaru Outback at the Smokemont campground in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, shouldered her pack, and tramped into the ...

If you’re looking to trade high-rise views for mountain peaks, then a weekend getaway to the Great Smoky Mountains from ...

Wildflower season, which typically runs from April to June in the Columbia Gorge depending on weather, is one of the most ...

Preparing for the best hikes near Denver means packing smartly. Essentials include sturdy hiking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, a ...

While the popular Laurel Falls Trail in Great Smoky Mountains National Park is closed, there are still many other trails and ...

Navigation will be harder for hikers until National Park Service crews can assess and repair the trail, according to LeConte ...

I first fell in love with the Great Smoky Mountains National Park on a visit in the spring, and now that I live in TN, it is ...

While some have better weather than others, national parks are a favorite vacation destination for any time of year. Here's a ...

In 2024, a whopping 331,863,358 people visited the 63 national parks to camp, trail run, and hike in the idyllic North ...

The number of National Park Service employees who keep more than 400 sites running is dwindling thanks to layoffs, buyouts.