By the last week of October, the high ridges have mostly gone brown and the show has moved down into the coves and foothills, right…
Hiking to the Mt. Cammerer Fire Tower from Cosby: A Local’s Guide for Peak Color Week
Ask anyone in Cosby where to go the week the color peaks and you’ll hear the same answer more often than not: the fire tower.…
Hiking Mt. Cammerer from Cosby: A Local’s Guide to the Fire Tower at Peak Fall Color
The stone fire tower on Mt. Cammerer sits right where the Smokies’ fall color is peaking this week, and the trail starts minutes from our Cosby cabins. Here’s how to do the hike.
Elk Rut Season in the Smokies: A Local’s Guide to Cataloochee Valley This October
There is a sound in the Smokies that most visitors never hear, and it only happens for a few weeks every fall. Stand at the…
Cades Cove in Late Summer: A Local’s Guide to the Loop and Vehicle-Free Wednesdays
Cades Cove is the part of the Smokies almost everybody has seen a photo of — the wide green valley ringed by mountains, split-rail fences,…
Best White Water Rafting in the Smoky Mountains
Explore the Best White Water Rafting in the Smoky Mountains When searching for unforgettable white water rafting in the Smoky Mountains, you’re in luck—this area…
Best Whiskey Tasting in the Smoky Mountains (with Ratings)
If you’re a whiskey lover heading to the Smoky Mountains, you’re in luck — Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and the surrounding areas offer some of the…
Best Scenic Drives in the Smoky Mountains
Top Routes for Unforgettable Views The Great Smoky Mountains National Park offers some of the most picturesque drives in the United States. Whether you’re seeking…
Top 5 Best Hikes in the Smoky Mountains
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a hiker’s paradise. With over 800 miles of trails, there’s something for every skill level—from peaceful creekside walks…
Where to See a Bear in Gatlinburg: Best Spots for Black Bear Sightings
Where to See a Bear in Gatlinburg The Great Smoky Mountains are home to one of the largest black bear populations in the eastern United…
