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How to Avoid Crowds in the Smokies (8 Tips)

With millions of visitors every year, the popular Great Smoky Mountains National Park can get pretty crowded. In fact, it’s ranked as the most visited … Read more

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Daytime at Alum Cave

Hiking the Alum Cave Trail (Great Smoky Mountains)

Everyone needs that friend who will call you up and say “let’s go on an adventure!” I have a friend like that in my former … Read more

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Appalachian trail sign

Where is the Appalachian Trail in Tennessee?

The Appalachian Trail enters Tennessee in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The trail runs along the eastern border of the state weaving in and … Read more

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eastern view clingman's dome

12 Best Views in the Smoky Mountains 

Gatlinburg, Tennessee attracts millions of visitors every year, and one of the biggest draws is the national park it holds. The Smoky Mountains National Park … Read more

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hiking on a trail in a group

15 Best Hikes Near Gatlinburg (The Smokies)

Nothing compares to the hikes in Gatlinburg, it’s impossible to overstate the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains region. This region is sprinkled with waterfalls, … Read more

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black bear

When Can You See Black Bears in the Smoky Mountains?

Black bears are berry-loving animals that can grow up to 6 feet long and 600 pounds in weight. One of their natural wild habitats is … Read more

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clingman's dome early in the morning

How Much Time Do You Need at Clingmans Dome?

Sitting 6,643 feet above sea level, Clingmans Dome is a popular destination in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It’s Tennessee’s tallest mountain and the … Read more

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Bryce Canyon

Should I Spend More time in Zion or Bryce?

There are currently 63 national parks and 423 national park sites in the United States. The state of Utah boasts a total of 17 national … Read more

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Big Bend National Park

Is it Illegal to Take Things from National Parks?

There are currently 63 national parks in the United States and they typically all follow a universal set of laws in order to preserve their … Read more

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Bear lake Rocky Mountain National Park

15 Interesting Facts About Rocky Mountain National Park

Established in 1915, Rocky Mountain National Park boasts spectacular mountainous environments and is one of the most visited national parks in the U.S. It is … Read more

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