The best times to visit Great Smoky Mountains National Park are the summer (June, July and August) and the fall. July is the busiest month of the summer season while October weekends draw those in ...

Nestled in the mountains of North Carolina, The Swag and its sister property, Cataloochee Ranch, are anchored by a deeply ...

In a study published in Science Advances on December 19, researchers from Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden (XTBG) of ...

Mountains cover more than a quarter of the Earth’s land surface. They carry deep spiritual significance, regulate weather and ...

The Santa Monica and San Gabriel mountains formed millions of years ago. Within both of them lies a fascinating world of rocks, gemstones, crystals and minerals. Here's how to start identifying them.

Strong wind in the mountains could affect your travel between the Western Slope and the Front Range, but we’ll stay calm and ...

When you think of the tallest mountains on Earth, Mount Everest probably comes to mind. But what if we told you that the real ...

Two species have only been found in a single location each, while the other two are more widespread across the national park.

Korrin Bishop is an outdoor travel expert who once lived near Great Smoky Mountains National Park. She spent considerable time exploring the park and its many offerings. She offers tips for learning ...

Seasonal hiring is underway at the Smokies, but funding uncertainty could affect staffing and visitor experience at national ...

Headlights shine through the fog Monday night on Highway 17 at Glenwood Drive near the Santa Cruz Mountains summit. On Monday ...

Tales of encounters with the “little people” of Wyoming's Pryor Mountains aren’t limited to Native American lore. One ...