With the age of the Great Smoky Mountains forest, many trees have hit their average lifespan. The park's tree crew prunes or ...

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Explore North Carolina’s reservoir where entire towns were submerged, blending natural beauty with haunting history beneath the water.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn — The Great Smoky Mountains National Park said Cades Cove Loop Road will temporarily close to all users. According to a social media post from the park, the road will be closed Feb. 23 ...

The famous synchronized fireflies are just one of many types of insects that fall under the purview of national park entomologist Becky Nichols.

TRUCKEE, Calif. — Crews recovered the bodies of nine backcountry skiers who were killed by an avalanche in California’s Sierra Nevada, authorities said Saturday, concluding a harrowing operation that ...

TOWNSEND, Tenn. (WATE) — After nearly two years, a new superintendent has been selected for the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Charles Sellars has been selected to officially serve as ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. A group went for an adventure in the remote slopes north of Lake Tahoe, only to become victims of the deadliest ...

The recovery of skiers killed in the deadliest U.S. avalanche in almost 45 years is dragging out because of what experts say is a prime rule for rescuers: Don't make yourself a victim. A storm that ...

Winter is coming to a close, and Backcountry is beginning to clear out its inventory of cold weather apparel. With up to 60% in savings, you can shop its Semi-Annual Sale to score the season’s best ...

An avalanche in the Sierra Nevada killed eight backcountry skiers and left one missing from a guided tour group. The incident has raised questions about the risks of backcountry skiing, especially ...