The Swag

Remote luxury paradise. One of America's finest getaways located at the highest elevation of any Inn in the Eastern United States.

[The Swag @TheSwagNC]

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[GreatSmokyNPS @GreatSmokyNPS]

Right now, thousands of birds are flying through TN as they migrate north. Though most of these birds are just passing through, some stay for the summer here in the Smokies. Grab your binoculars and check them out! Photo of Scarlet Tanager by Warren Bielenberg. #YearOfTheBird

[Friends of the Smokies @SmokiesFriends]

Stunning Photos of National Parks in Full Bloom | Reader's Digest https://t.co/xQc5zFsl0l

[GreatSmokyNPS @GreatSmokyNPS]

It’s time again for Bird of the Month! April’s bird is the White-breasted Nuthatch. They are avian acrobats, able to walk head-first down tree trunks and walk branches in a spiral. Learn more on our Facebook page! #BirdOfTheMonth #YearOfTheBird #BirdYourWorld

[The Swag @TheSwagNC]

We border the @GreatSmokyNPS , so our front row seat is our favorite view of the Smokies! https://t.co/qztRyq5bmI

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It's a little bit cloudy here in the Smokies today! We figured we'd try and brighten things up by sharing this photo from a sunnier day on the Boulevard Trail! What's your favorite view in the Smokies?

[The Swag @TheSwagNC]

A New Chapter Begins! https://t.co/FzpNhOkvJR

[The Swag @TheSwagNC]

A New Chapter Begins! https://t.co/FzpNhOkvJR

[RomanticAsheville @TourAsheville]

@BiltmoreEstate this morning. Spring one week away! See bloom calendar: https://t.co/vdx3j6lPtN

[Karen Chávez @KarenChavezACT]

One of the prettiest places in WNC: Haywood inn 'The Swag' sold to Tennessee couple https://t.co/jq4S5AQh3r via @asheville

[Lauren Miller @LaurenMiller865]

Big news for @TheSwagInn. https://t.co/M7w1pZqAtN

[Friends of the Smokies @SmokiesFriends]

We are so thankful to the Matthews for their enduring support of @SmokiesFriends and our @GreatSmokyNPS, and for the wonderful memories our Friends have made at @TheSwagInn over the years. Here's to many more! https://t.co/qj9GDUdVsK

[GreatSmokyNPS @GreatSmokyNPS]

It's Invasive Species Awareness Week! This little guy is the emerald ash borer, which has decimated ash populations around the United States and inside the Smokies. Help prevent its spread by burning firewood where you buy it! #tuesdaytips

[GreatSmokyNPS @GreatSmokyNPS]

"Who hears the rippling of rivers will not utterly despair of anything." -Henry David Thoreau; Photo: Kristina Plaas

[Biltmore Estate @BiltmoreEstate]

Located in #Biltmore's Library, sits Napoleon's Chess Set. A gift given to George Vanderbilt on his 21st birthday.

Click the link below to learn how George received such an extraordinary gift.

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[GreatSmokyNPS @GreatSmokyNPS]

Scarlet cup showing vibrant color along Kephart Prong trail.

Photo: Rhonda Wise

[GreatSmokyNPS @GreatSmokyNPS]

Warm, sunny days all week mean that daffodils are popping up in lots of places throughout the park! What’s YOUR favorite sign that spring is getting nearer? Photo: Kristina Plaas

[Friends of the Smokies @SmokiesFriends]

Apparently, it's #MyTwitterAnniversary today. We've had fun over the last 9 years sharing beautiful pictures, natural science, and all the best @GreatSmokyNPS has to offer. Hope you'll stick around for more!

[GreatSmokyNPS @GreatSmokyNPS]

Spring wildflowers have already begun to pop up in the park! These Spring Beauties and Sharp-lobed Hepatica were spotted on Monday on the Cosby Nature Trail. Try low elevation trails to find others! Photos: Jessie Snow

[Travel + Leisure @TravelLeisure]

Europe’s record-setting cold weather just switched directions and is heading for the U.S. https://t.co/Z5vytXAIPi