Not sure I’ve ever heard disdain come through someone’s voice more clearly.

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is urging visitor to be "Bear Aware" as black bears begin coming out of hibernation ...

Bear encounters at Great Smoky Mountains National Park are rare, with only five recorded attacks in history. Euthanizing bears desensitized to humans is necessary to prevent harm and protect visitors.

The Sevier County Smoky Bears were at the Tennessee State Capitol building on Thursday, March 27, as Team 100 was honored by ...

Bears are most active in the spring and summer, meaning you're most likely to encounter a bear in Gatlinburg between April ...

National Park Service morale is “as low as it's ever been” amid abrupt staffing cuts, a former Smokies staffer said.

Spring visits to the Smokies will be different this year. Areas are closed and program start dates are delayed amid federal ...

Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of the country's most popular national park sites. It offers postcard-perfect views and plentiful wildlife. World-renowned for its biodiversity, the beauty ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: If you're looking for quick, less-crowded trails, keep an eye out for "quiet walkways" along the park's main roads, noted with simple wooden signs. These paths are ...