Tag: Wildlife

Spend an early spring vacation in Gatlinburg, the gateway to the Smoky Mountains. Planning your getaway is simple when you use these six handy tips.

Winter is banished, and summer heat is far away. March is the sweet spot for a visit to the Smoky Mountains, and these seven activities will make our spring trip memorable!

Black bears, the beloved mascots of the Smoky Mountains, are familiar sights here. But where do they go when winter rolls around, and are they out for the count, hibernating?

Enjoy spring wildlife viewing from your mountain cabin deck, where you might spot curious bear cubs or vibrant scarlet tanagers amid the trees—nature’s wonders just outside your window.

Spot majestic elk in Cherokee, NC—just an hour from Gatlinburg. Use these tips for a successful day of wildlife viewing, plus explore local history and museums on this scenic Smoky Mountains trip.

You’ll see a lot more than just 10 different animals around The Great Smoky Mountains, but we’ve managed to shorten the list to just our favorites. Get out there on your next Smoky Mountain adventure and see what other critters you manage to find!