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The Little Pigeon River is located entirely within Sevier County. It rises from a series of streams which flow together on the dividing ridge between Tennessee and North Carolina inside the boundary of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The river has three primary tributaries: East, Middle and West. Despite its name, it is not a tributary of the nearby Pigeon River, which flows into the French Broad well above Douglas Dam and the resultant reservoir The East and Middle prongs are less notable divisions of the river, with the East Prong beginning at the confluence of Dunn’s Creek and Lo...

Where Should You Hike Near Asheville? We Asked a Local AFAR 1 day ago Courtesy of Explore Asheville Mount Mitchell may be the tallest mountain east of the Mississippi but the hikes near the summit are short and easy.Within the valley of the French Broad River and surrounded by the highest peaks in the eastern United States, Asheville offers an overwhelming amount of hiking. Luckily, there are well-informed locals like Trent Thomas to show you where to start. A North Carolina native and owner of Black Dome Mountain Sports, Asheville’s premier full-service outfitter since 1984, Thomas move...

Courtesy of Explore Asheville Mount Mitchell may be the tallest mountain east of the Mississippi but the hikes near the summit are short and easy. Whether you’re in it for the exercise, the views, or the fun, Black Dome Mountain Sports owner Trent Thomas knows the best hikes. share this article Within the valley of the French Broad River and surrounded by the highest peaks in the eastern United States, Asheville offers an overwhelming amount of hiking. Luckily, there are well-informed locals like Trent Thomas to show you where to start. A North Carolina native and owner of Black Dome M...

According to a press release, the project is expected to be completed by November 30. Author: Dalisa Robles (WBIR) Updated: 6:51 PM EST February 24, 2021 Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials announced that a paving project will begin this week on Newfound Gap Road along an 8-mile section of the roadway from Chimneys Picnic Area to Newfound Gap.  According to a press release, the project is expected to be completed by November 30.  Visitors traveling on Newfound Gap Road should expect weekday, single-lane closures and traffic delays through June 15 an...

Minus 15 wind chills and 40-mph gusts prompt travel warning in Western North Carolina Mark Price, The Charlotte Observer Feb. 3—Wind chills as low as minus 15 are forecast Wednesday in the North Carolina mountains, prompting warnings of dangerous conditions for those venturing outdoors. A wind chill advisory is in effect through mid-morning and a wind advisory is in place until 1 p.m., according to the National Weather Service. "Wind chill values will run as low as 5 to 15 degrees below zero ... with gusts of 40+ mph for the mountains," the National Weather Service reports. ...