But that hike marked the genesis of the Smoky Mountains Hiking Club, a group that is not only still around but finishing out ...

Restoring Clingmans Dome to its original name of Kuwohi is a significant example of place name repatriation, or the return of ...

A secret lake can supposedly be found inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park that only those who are pure of heart can ...

The aftermath of flooding brought on by Hurricane Helene is written most clearly on the valley floor, where the fields are ...

The Cherokee people have a long and rich history in the Great Smoky Mountains. where Kuwohi is “the closest place you’ll be ...

The six-mile scenic loop that provides access to Trillium Gap Trail will temporarily close as other areas remain closed due ...

The best times to visit Great Smoky Mountains National Park are the summer (June, July and August) and the fall. July is the busiest month of the summer season while October weekends draw those in ...

These roads are now open after the season's first snow event in the Smokies. The popular national park begins to recover from ...

The Smoky Mountains offer the perfect setting for anyone looking to escape the hustle of daily life and reconnect with nature. With scenic landscapes, a variety of activities, and charming nearby ...

In the case of Kuwohi, the return to its original name was a mixture of both. The government’s decision recognized the original Indigenous name and removed the name of a white man who defended the ...

Hikers should be "prepared for dangerous conditions," the weather service warned, as trails will be icy and overnight temps ...