Newfound Gap is one of the most popular drives through the Smoky Mountains. It has an elevation of 5,056 feet, which makes it the lowest drivable pass through the Smoky Mountains. The views as you travel along Newfound Gap Road are amazing, but there are also other things you can see while traveling the 33 […]
We want to wish the Great Smoky Mountains National Park a very happy 87th birthday! It’s now been 87 years since the beautiful Smoky Mountains have been established as a national park. The government approved the creation of a national park in 1926, but it wasn’t until June 15, 1934 that the Great Smoky Mountains […]
When you explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park, you are constantly reminded that people once lived here with remains such as old cabins, churches, homesteads, and cemeteries. In fact, there are more than 150 documented cemeteries within the boundary of the park that offer a glimpse into past burial customs, religious beliefs, and cultural influences! […]
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 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:
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 […]
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 […]
