Sometimes known as the “Wildflower National Park”, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is packed with beautiful blooms. This spring has brought a variety of some of the most iconic and unique flowers out, coloring the Smokies with mesmerizing florals. With over 1,600 species of flowering plants to find, visitors are in for a treat! […]
Sometimes it can be hard to remember that people lived in the Smokies before it officially became the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. However, there are some structures in the mountains that remind us of this time, including those from the Voorheis Estate. If you love finding hidden gems in the Smokies, then you’ll love […]
Cades Cove is one of the most visited destinations in the national park, and you can experience all it has to offer when you visit! One of the best ways to explore it is by bike. There’s nothing better than feeling some mountain breeze in your hair while you take in all the gorgeous views […]
There are lots of reasons you may be looking for an easy Smoky Mountain hike. Maybe you’re traveling with young kids, or you have a busy day planned and want to squeeze a hike in! Whatever the reason, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park has plenty of hikes that aren’t too challenging and won’t take […]
The Great Smoky Mountain National Park is a great outdoor destination for guests who want to hike, bike ride, or go fishing. More specifically, the clear, quick moving streams are prime destinations for fly fishing in the Smokies. If you’re a fly fisherman planning a trip to the area, here’s everything you need to know […]
The winter is a wonderful time of year to hike the trails at Great Smoky Mountains National Park because the scenery is breathtaking and there are generally fewer crowds on the trails! While the temperatures are generally moderate throughout the winter season in the Smokies, you can still experience freezing temperatures and snow. Therefore, it […]
There are some incredible places in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park everyone wants to see. When you see these hiking trails and scenic drives, you’ll understand why they are so popular. Here are 5 of the most popular places in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park:
There’s nothing more breathtaking than looking out at sweeping views of the mountains. A great way to appreciate the area is to go hiking in the Smoky Mountains. If you are looking for a challenging trip that has amazing views, look no further. Here are 6 challenging trails for hiking in the Smoky Mountains with […]
When people come to the Smoky Mountains in the fall, they want to take in the beauty of the changing leaves. There are several ways you can get out in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and enjoy the foliage, as well as the other fun things the Smokies have to offer. Here are the […]
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park began reopening May 9! The reopening of the park will happen in phases, and the first phase lasted for 2 weeks. The first phase included the opening of many of the roads and trails in the park. The second phase kicked off on May 19, and more things slowly […]
Your whole family will enjoy spending time together in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The most popular activity families enjoy doing together is going for a hike. We want to share some of the best kid friendly Smoky Mountain hiking trails your whole family will enjoy, no matter what age they are. Here are […]
The Smoky Mountains are home to popular spots you’ll love, like Cades Cove and Laurel Falls, but there are also some hidden gems in the park! If you’re hoping to step off the beaten path on your vacation and explore some lesser known areas, we can help. We’ve made a list of 5 hidden places […]
