Looking to get outdoors this summer? On June 19, you can visit the Great Smoky Mountains without paying for a parking pass. Here's why.

From stunning vistas to breathtaking beauty, these are the Most Treasured Views in Tennessee. Here’s how to see them.

From stunning vistas to breathtaking beauty, these are the Most Treasured Views in East Tennessee. Here’s how to see them.

Dubbed “the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains,” Gatlinburg, TN, is known for its scenic beauty, cozy cabins, and ...

A video shows a man in Gatlinburg getting dangerously close to a black bear. Here's what NOT to do, according to experts.

A video shows a man in Gatlinburg getting dangerously close to a black bear. Here's what NOT to do, according to experts.

From the Mississippi River to the Smoky Mountains in Tennessee, discover some of USA TODAY’s Most Treasured Views in America ...

A preliminary investigation revealed the crash was caused by a driver who suffered "a medical episode." See witness video ...

Great Smoky Mountains National Park fuels scientific discovery with the park’s unique geology, topography and meteorology.

Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Here's what to know. Bears are most active in the spring and summer, meaning you're most likely to encounter a bear in Gatlinburg between April and ...

You don't have to go to the beach to see sharks or touch a stingray; just head for the mountains! Two East Tennessee aquariums made the 10BEST list.

Gatlinburg has been named the best small town in the Volunteer State by World Atlas. The East Tennessee town is a tourist ...