Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Rising US and Canadian black bear human-wildlife conflicts

8 clusters · 23 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Colorado reports surge in black bear sightings and attacks

Black bear encounters with human settlements and food sources have been reported across several US states and Canada, driven by environmental factors and wildlife habituation. In New Mexico, officials captured a mature b

Tennessee tourism in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Tennessee travel tips for Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge

Tourism in the Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg regions of Tennessee focuses on a combination of themed entertainment and outdoor recreation within the Great Smoky Mountains. Pigeon Forge offers attractions such as Dollywoo

U.S. National Park Service anniversary celebrations

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: National Park Service offers free admission for 110th anniversary

To celebrate the 110th anniversary of the National Park Service and National Park Week, the United States will waive entrance fees for all 433 national park sites on August 25, 2026. This waiver is specifically for U.S.

German nature sites nominated for 2026 award

3 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Bruchhauser Steine nominated for Nature Wonder of the Year 2026

Nine natural sites have been nominated for the ‘Naturwunder 2026’ (Nature Wonder 2026) award, a selection made by the Heinz Sielmann Foundation and the German Hiking Association. The finalists are subject to a nationwide

Smoky Mountains family vacation planning

4 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Pigeon Forge offers indoor attractions and seasonal museum programs

Planning for family vacations in the Great Smoky Mountains, specifically around Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, focuses on accommodation selection, seasonal timing, and activity pacing. Lodging options include Pigeon Forge