Highly Recommended Places to Visit for a Half Day in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park
No matter how much time you plan to spend in the Great Smoky Mountains, it’s hard to make enough time to see everything. Since we want you to see as much of the Smokies as possible, we have put together a suggested itinerary to help you plan a half day in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Do You Know How Glaciers Affected the Great Smoky Mountains?
The winter weather has officially made its way to the Great Smoky Mountains, and families are starting to bundle up to go hiking through the park in the snow. Although it’s not as cold in the Smokies as other parts of the country, the cold weather reminds us of our icy past and takes us back to the days before the Great Smokies became a national park.
3 Fun Facts You Probably Don’t Know About the Smoky Mountain Area
Even though the Great Smoky Mountains are absolutely breathtaking, the area is pretty interesting, too. We’ve put together a few fun facts that you may not know about the Smokies.
How to Stay True to Your New Year’s Resolutions While You’re in the Smoky Mountains
It’s that time of year again. The time we resolve to create a better lifestyle and set goals for the new year. If you’re anything like us, you probably make these year-long vows to yourself, knowing that you’ll slip right back into your old ways around mid-March. At Visit My Smokies, we want to help you stay true to the goals you set for yourself. Believe it or not, a Smoky Mountain vacation can help keep you focused and ready to tackle your resolutions.
Construction Project Planned to Repair Newfound Gap Road
If you’ve been to the Great Smoky Mountains, you’ve heard of Newfound Gap Road. Chances are, you’ve driven along it. Newfound Gap Road is the only roadway that stretches through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, connecting Gatlinburg, TN to Cherokee, NC.
Top 3 Things To Do in the Smoky Mountains on a Chilly Day
There is nothing quite like looking out at the snow-capped mountains in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The picturesque scene appears to be more like a Thomas Kinkade painting than really life. The only issue, however, with these beautiful scenes we also get the cold winter weather that come along with them. To help families find fun and exciting things to do on these chilly days, Visit My Smokies has put together a list of the top three things to do in the Smoky Mountains when it’s cold outside.
Three Smoky Mountain Hikers Rescued
UPDATE: The three hikers that were found stranded in the Smoky Mountains on January 3 have now been successfully air lifted to safety by the North Carolina Helicopter and Aquatic Rescue team. No serious injuries were reported.
Why Are There So Many Squirrels in the Cities Around the Great Smoky Mountains National Park?
Squirrels are everywhere! In fact, there are more than 200 species of the little critters throughout the world, and plenty of those reside in the Smoky Mountain area. On your next vacation to the Smokies, you’re sure to spot one (or two, or three) squirrels throughout your stay. But why are there so many squirrels in the cities around the Great Smoky Mountains National Park? Believe it or not, its not just because the squirrels have found their way outside of the national park.
2013 Sets New Record for Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Every year, the national park officials send out a number of biologists to report on the wildlife in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. According to the biologists, the year 2013 has officially set a new record for the number of elk calves born in the Great Smoky Mountains.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Announces How To Safely View Wildlife
The native wildlife that call the Great Smoky Mountains National Park home are a key part of the national forests’ delicate and diverse ecosystem. As a way to maintain the careful balance of the animals in the park, park rangers have recently released an article that describes in detail the important factors visitors need to keep in mind when viewing our favorite animals.
Popular Hiking Trail in the Great Smoky Mountains Reopens for Winter
Known for having outstanding views, the Chimney Tops hiking trail in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a favorite for many visitors. The trail has been closed due to a reconstruction project to correct the erosion problem and rockslides.
New Addition Recently Added to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park Family
Did you know that the Great Smoky Mountains National Park has a sister? Earlier this year officials with the national park signed an agreement with the Khao Yai National Park in Thailand to establish the park’s first ever sister park arrangement.
Top 5 Must-Visit Historical Hiking Trails in the Smoky Mountains
When families hear “historical hikes in the Smoky Mountains,” they usually think of visiting the Cades Cove area. In fact, there are a lot of historical trails throughout the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. With over 850 miles of trails throughout the national park, they all have at least a little bit of history in the making. In this post, we explore the creation of the trails and which trails are best for the winter months.
100 Year Old Letter to Santa Inspires Traditional Smoky Mountain Christmas
Nearly 100 years after 7-year-old Homer Mellen wrote a letter to Santa, the letter has resurfaced and touched the hearts of everyone throughout the Smoky Mountains. The letter, written in 1915, was found in a keepsake box with pictures and other small items from family members who had passed. We hope sharing this letter to Santa will remind families of traditional Smoky Mountain Christmas celebrations, where families enjoyed spending time together, making holiday memories. The letter reads:
Who Created the Trails in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park?
On your trip to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, you’ll find that there are plenty of hiking trails to choose from. When families walk the hiking trails through the Smokies, they’re walking on land filled with history. But where did the trails begin? Read more to explore the origins of the trails in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park: