The eastern box turtle represents holding on and surviving, sticking its neck out, which led to its status as a state symbol ...

Great Smoky Mountains National Park is seeking individuals to join the Elk Rover volunteer team for the upcoming 2025 season.

I've visited all 63 major US national parks. I think Great Smoky Mountains and Grand Canyon are some of the best parks for ...

A video from July 4, captures two black bears fighting on the side of the road near Asheville, North Carolina. The clip was ...

Reports of dangerously close elk interactions in the Maggie Valley area have prompted the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission to caution the public against feeding, or approaching the animals.

A retired biology professor with a passion for cat rescue, Sims created this museum with dual purpose: showcasing his ...

Maggie Valley is a popular elk-spotting area. There have been recent reports of dangerously close interactions and people ...

Great Smoky Mountain National Park is a hub for Tennessee’s most famous and sought after hiking destinations. With ...

Members of the House energy coalition joined the SEEC Institute on a climate change tour of Great Smoky Mountains National Park last week.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park (Photo: Getty) With so many options on the table and 848 miles of trails, it can be hard to decide exactly where to spend your time in the park.

Tens of thousands of large bugs have descended on Great Smoky Mountains National Park in western North Carolina, and tourists should brace themselves for the eerie sound, according to the National ...

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, so take the early mornings to your advantage to enjoy a more serene hike.