A recent black bear attack in Florida has left some worried. Read here about black bears in Tennessee and how to stay safe.

For a slice of Volunteer State magic just a short drive from Nashville, head to this fabulous Tennessee state park and take a ...

From Franklin and Leiper's Fork to Mammoth Cave National Park and Loretta Lynn’s Ranch, here are the best day trips to take ...

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.

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 ...