Conservation groups say the closures could be because of recent federal budget cuts to the National Park Service.

Fishing enthusiasts will find a serene paradise in the streams of the Smoky Mountains. Home to abundant trout, these crystal-clear waters offer both fly fishing and standard rod fishing opportunities.

Korrin Bishop One of the few national parks that does not charge an admission fee, Great Smoky Mountains National ... like Cades Cove and the rushing mountain streams of Roaring Fork Motor Trail.

I’ve fished streams and hugged massive old growth trees and spotted elk at dusk and climbed some of the tallest peaks in the eastern U.S. all within the borders of Great Smoky Mountains National ...

Navigation will be harder for hikers until National Park Service crews can assess and repair the trail, according to LeConte ...

The dirt trail winds through a cool mountain cove environment of old-growth forest. The path can get muddy after rainfall, and the trail crosses several streams, so be prepared for slippery ...

damage plants and streams, and put the health of park visitors and communities at risk. Air pollution can travel hundreds of miles, affecting the air quality in national parks and communities far from ...