River tubing is a time-honored tradition for the young and young-at-heart in the Smoky Mountains. There’s no better way to cool off this summer than a relaxing float down a refreshing mountain stream. Hit the water any time between June [...]
Enjoy some fresh air and exercise while learning a bit of Smoky Mountain history at the same time! With easy to moderate paths – and plenty of nature and history – these historic hiking trails in the Great Smoky Mountains [...]
Exciting 4th of July events are gearing up all across the WNC Smokies with parades, live music, delicious summer foods, and eye-popping firework displays. We’ve gathered a list of where you can celebrate the good ol’ U.S. of A. in [...]
From cultural discoveries to animal encounters to just plain old good times, the Western North Carolina Smoky Mountains are filled with one-of-a-kind adventures that the whole family will enjoy. Read on to discover some of the most unusual and exciting [...]
Summer is officially here! And the Great Smoky Mountains are filled with exciting opportunities for that epic family vacation you all deserve. The Smokies offer families a wonderful place to escape and recharge. From hiking trails to kid-friendly attractions to [...]
He’s always been there for you – steady, reliable, a shoulder to cry on, and there with a joke and a smile (and maybe even some extra gas money). Your dad is one of a kind, always putting others first. [...]
“The woods and fields are a table always spread.” - Henry David Thoreau Take a hike through the meadows, cool your feet in the edges of a stream, or explore the majestic forests of the Great Smoky Mountains and you’ll [...]
Kick off the summer with an incredible weekend getaway in the Smoky Mountains. Memorial Day sizzles with the promise of long weekends, lazy afternoons, and the freedom of the open road. Take advantage of the gorgeous weather, warm sunlight, and [...]
Each year on the first Saturday in May people all around the world participate in World Labyrinth Day. This celebration is an international annual event founded by The Labyrinth Society (TLS) in 2009, but the practice of walking labyrinths is [...]
Mother’s Day is the perfect excuse to take your mom on a special getaway that will let her know how much you appreciate her. And celebrating Mother’s Day in the Smoky Mountains is a great way to connect to nature [...]