A Cincinnati-area family vacationing in Gatlinburg got a wild surprise when a bear opened their SUV door. Surveillance video captured the entire unexpected encounter.

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One of Gatlinburg’s oldest attractions offers a fresh take on the Smokies - and a new burger to try - with its recent ...

Tucked away in the foothills of the Cherokee National Forest, Tellico Plains offers one of Tennessee’s most scenic getaways.

Jonesborough isn’t just any small town – it’s Tennessee’s oldest town and the storytelling capital of the world! Walking down ...

The best way to explore the wonders of a national park is on foot. But among the dozens of national parks across the country, which ones are the best for hiking?

A heat wave will impact East Tennessee from June 20 through June 24. Here's what to know and how to stay safe.

Get out of town with these five easy weekend getaways from Birmingham, AL — each one just far enough away to escape the ...

GATLINBURG, Tenn. — A black bear visited a Nashville realtor and her family while they were vacationing in Gatlinburg over Memorial Day weekend. Gretchen posted several videos of the black bear ...

You don't have to go to the beach to see sharks or touch a stingray; just head for the mountains! Two East Tennessee aquariums made the 10BEST list.

Townsend is the quieter neighbor of Gatlinburg. Though still considered to be a touristy area, Townsend is a great place to enjoy East Tennessee's natural beauty with less chaos than Gatlinburg.

Planning a trip to Gatlinburg, Tennessee? The best local attractions include Anakeetsa, the Gatlinburg SkyBridge and of course, Great Smoky Mountains National Park.