Roads to drive, sights to see, things to do, places to visit, tips and interesting tidbits - all about your Smoky Mountains vacation

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Historic

Harrisburg Covered Bridge in Sevier County, Tennessee

If you love discovering hidden historic landmarks in the Smoky Mountains, the Harrisburg Covered Bridge is a must-see. Located just outside Sevierville, Tennessee, this 19th-century wooden bridge spans the East Fork of the Little Pigeon River and remains one of the few surviving covered bridges in the state.

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Wildlife & Nature

Black Bears in the Great Smoky Mountains: Not Taking Over, But Definitely Thriving

It may seem like black bears are everywhere in the Great Smoky Mountains these days. Overturned garbage cans, scattered food wrappers, trail cam footage of bears rummaging, and paw prints galore—it's easy to feel like they're invading campgrounds, picnic areas, and even backyards. Some folks have nicknamed them "garbage bears" due to their knack for raiding trash. One viral story even captured a black bear climbing into a hot tub for a relaxing soak in the Pigeon Forge area!

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