But that hike marked the genesis of the Smoky Mountains Hiking Club, a group that is not only still around but finishing out its centennial year with 800 members on its rolls. “I’m just amazed ...

Seth T. Kannarr is affiliated with the Great Smoky Mountains National Park as an Education Branch VIP (Volunteer-In-Parks) ...

Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas kicks off Nov. 1. The festive event features six million holiday lights, holiday shows, holiday treats, fireworks and, of course, visits from Santa.

Dollywood’s award-winning Smoky Mountain Christmas festival begins Nov. 1, and Sevier County residents are getting an early holiday present. Sevier County Days discounts return Nov. 1-10 for the ...