A rare species of synchronous firefly put on a dazzling light show at Congaree National Park each year. But various threats to U.S. national parks raise questions about the future of the rare ...

An escape from the hustle and bustle of Charleston, this one-time plantation offers a look at both America's dark history while also sharing a verdant garden.

When law makers discuss protecting endangered species, they mostly think about protecting mammals. Yet, S.C.'s diverse plant ...

Capt. Ed Enos makes his living as a harbor pilot in Hawaii, clambering aboard arriving ships in the predawn hours and guiding them into port. His world revolves around wind speeds, current ...

From hikes to viewpoints, these 10 beautiful places in the Great Smoky Mountains will have you reaching for your camera time ...

Welcome to Nat Geo Your Shot: National Geographic’s global community for aspiring visual storytellers. Find the community on Instagram @NatGeoYourShot and follow along for hashtag challenges ...

By Candyce H. Stapen Native American land in the Southwest blooms with spectacular scenery and rewards visitors with an ...

Meet 33 innovative leaders who are using their voices and talents to tackle the planet’s most pressing issues. For decades, the Congo Basin was largely invisible to climate science. Now, a new ...