However, multiple Great Smoky Mountains National Park roads remain closed due to snow and ice. Newfound Gap, a major road through the Smokies, reopened just before 9 a.m. Jan. 16, the park announced.

Parts of Great Smoky Mountains National Park closed because of damage after Hurricane Helene, and remain closed, possibly keeping away some visitors. Preliminary data shows 12,055,376 visits to ...

A 5900-year-old whitebark pine forest has been discovered due to the melting of alpine ice in the Rocky mountains. Scientists found more than 30 trees approximately 3100 metres above sea level ...

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GATLINBURG, Tenn. (WATE) — Several roads in the Smokies have reopened after being closed Wednesday due to snow and ice. Previously, we reported that the Gatlinburg Bypass, Cherokee Orchard Road ...

The restaurant, which will “feature a menu of relatable Mexican-inspired options with a Smoky Mountain feel” that includes tacos, burritos, bowls, salads and bar service. Officials said they have ...