Shaconage: The Land of Blue Smoke, the Great Smoky Mountains

The Great Smoky Mountains combine stunning scenery, rich wildlife, and deep Cherokee and Appalachian cultural history.

Shaconage, meaning "land of blue smoke" in Cherokee, is a fitting name for the Great Smoky Mountains, among the oldest mountains in the world. Straddling the North Carolina—Tennessee border, this national park is renowned for its stunning vistas, diverse wildlife, and rich Appalachian culture. As America's most visited national park, the Smokies boast some of the finest view...