The journey from Gatlinburg, Tennessee, to the Newfound Gap observation area in the Great Smoky Mountains is a drive that embodies the essence of natural beauty and serenity. As you embark on this approximately 15-mile journey, the world transforms around you,...
Helicopters have an uncanny ability to get us closer to the skies and offer vistas of the world that are both intimate and panoramic. One such unique experience is provided by Scenic Helicopter Tours, located a little ways outside Gatlinburg in Sevierville, Tennessee...
Nestled in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains lies the breathtaking Laurel Falls trail. This scenic hike offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and forrests, and a chance to immerse oneself in the natural beauty of this iconic destination. Trails in...
Did you know that there is an abandoned resort town named Daisy Town in the Great Smoky Mountains near Elkmont Campground? It’s true! Read on to learn about this unique place. Daisy Town was originally built by the Little River Lumber Company in the early 1900s...
The Little Greenbrier School is one of the most fascinating places to visit in the Great Smoky Mountains. It is one of the oldest structures in the mountains, having been built in 1882. During its time, it served as both a school and a church for the residents of the...
Every year in the late spring, a true marvel of nature occurs in the Great Smoky Mountains – Photinus carolinus – synchronous fireflies! This is one of very few species of fireflies in the world that synchronizes their flash patterns. The Great Smoky...
