Planning an trip into the Great Smoky Mountains? These gateway towns offer thrills, frills, and stunning views - just a short ...

Full of artsy boutiques, craft breweries, and funky music venues, this bohemian city is also stone's throw from the best ...

CAROL. THANK YOU JANE. THIS TIME OF YEAR, WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA HITS TOURISM SEASON STRIDE. BUT WITH THE GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN UNDERWAY, ONE POPULAR NATIONAL PARK COULD PARTIALLY SHUT DOWN. OUR PEYTON ...

The railroad handles logistics while you simply show up and enjoy, which represents the ideal division of labor for any successful adventure. Visit the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad website or ...

A year to the day Hurricane Helene arrived in North Carolina, a mountain landslide closed a popular road in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, rangers said on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. National Park ...

In North America’s mountain resort towns, quiet comes with a lively side of its own. These places feature waterfalls, ...

This peaceful North Carolina mountain town is packed with scenic beauty, charming trails, and pure outdoor magic.

For visitors to North Carolina seeking experiences that showcase the state’s natural beauty and cultural heritage, the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad delivers without requiring advanced degrees in ...

Despite the federal government shutdown that went into effect on Oct. 1, Western North Carolina’s national park properties will remain mostly open — but a few things will look different. The Blue ...

The end of the 2025 WNC high school football regular season is near. We ranked the top WNC teams by likelihood of making a ...

Ryan Lakes was last seen on Thursday, officials said. A 21-year-old man was found dead in Great Smoky Mountains National Park after a multi-day search, according to the National Park Service. Ryan ...

Learn about the Biosphere Reserve and the importance of protecting the ecology of planet Earth. In this episode of "Carolina Journal", learn about the Biosphere Reserve and the importance of ...