9 Highest Peaks in the Smoky Mountains, Ranked
I interviewed a guy from East Tennessee once whose “thing” was mountain climbing. He wasn’t a particularly rich guy, just a guy who loved the thrill of climbing up high
What Not To Do in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, 8 Tips
You see them every so often: Someone visiting one of our national parks with little or no common sense. Specifically, those who are blissfully unaware they’re about to go viral.
The Secret Tunnel Under Clingmans Dome That You Never Knew Existed
Nearly everyone who has visited the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is familiar with Clingmans Dome, located along the state line of Tennessee and North Carolina. Completed in 1959, the
Where Is Newfound Gap? A Guide To The Most Scenic Drive in the Smokies
Sometimes the origins of a place’s name can be fascinating. The mystery of how a place came to be called Gatlinburg – for instance – instead of White Oak Flats
10 Things You Didn’t Know About Clingmans Dome
If you’ve ever heard of the Great Smoky Mountains, you’ve probably heard of Clingmans Dome. Being the highest point in the most visited national park will grant you that kind
Clingmans Dome Controversy, the Tower That Weathered a Media Storm
The Hatfields and the McCoys. The Jets and the Sharks. The Capulets and the Montagues. The National Park Service and the National Park Association. Queue freeze frame, quizzical look and record
What Should You Not Miss in the Smoky Mountains? 3 Best Spots
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a massive forest centered along the Tennessee-North Carolina state line, but it’s not as big as many assume. The national park is part