Bears are most active in the spring and summer, meaning you're most likely to encounter a bear in Gatlinburg between April ...

So if you're around Gatlinburg or elsewhere in East Tennessee while the weather is warmer, it's possible you'll see a bear. As fascinating as a real live bear could be, however, remember to ...

Black bears are emerging from their dens in search of food, and Chattanooga area wildlife experts recommend homeowners take ...

Tucked in the eastern corner of Tennessee, Gatlinburg is more than just a stop on a map. It’s the kind of place that speaks ...

The 522,427-acre park is shared by Tennessee and ... place to spot deer and black bears. Start your trip at the Sugarlands Visitor Center (4 miles southwest of Gatlinburg) to get an overview ...

Anakeesta in Gatlinburg is expanding its accessibility, with ramps to all attractions and a focus on making the park more ADA ...

Volunteers pick up thousands of pounds of trash each year from Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The annual Spring Clean ...

GATLINBURG, Tenn. (WATE ... they also invest in local businesses and nonprofits through events like their Bear-Varian Fall Festival. “That’s a local craft brew festival,” he said.

There is one location in Nashville, near Vanderbilt University. East Tennessee is home to three scoop shops in Gatlinburg, ...