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All hands on deck to rehab beloved Appalachian Trail section | Word from the Smokies
A heavily eroded half-mile stretch of the Appalachian Trail has been on the Smoky Mountain Hiking Club's project list for at least six years.
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The Appalachian Trail via the Smoky Mountains, a Complete Guide
How long does it take to hike the Appalachian Trail through the Smokies? The consensus is about a week. If you’re into overnight backpacking but can’t commit to seven days, there are shorter versions ...
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National Trails Day is June 7 and volunteers are needed to help install logs on an AT trail near Icewater Spring Shelter.
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Tennessee-Vanderbilt SEC Tournament semifinal moved up due to weather
The showdown between Tennessee and Vanderbilt for a spot in the SEC Baseball Tournament Championship has been moved up due to weather.
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park celebrating visitor of 90 years
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is celebrating one of its guests who has been returning to the park time and time again for the past 90 years.
How busy is the Great Smoky Mountains National Park during Memorial Day Weekend? Tips for these 'Red Diamond Days'
The park lists Saturday, May 24, Sunday, May 25 and Monday, May 26 as "Red Diamond Days," when the Great Smoky Mountains ...
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Pigeon River in East TN stocked with 10,000 walleye after Hurricane Helene concerns
The Pigeon River was stocked with approximately 10,000 walleye earlier this week following concerns about potential impacts from Hurricane Helene on local fish populations.
How likely is it to see a black bear in Gatlinburg? They're more active during these months
What every one should know about black bears before visiting Gatlinburg and the Great Smoky Mountains in East Tennessee.