Jan 24, 2025 · Plan a perfect and peaceful getaway in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the country's most visited national park. Discover your next adventure here.

Our stunning mountain community is nestled at the front door of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and offers a unique kind of vacation experience. Come see why we’ve earned our reputation as the “Peaceful Side” of the Smokies.

May 31, 2024 · Discover Townsend Tennessee on the Peaceful Side of the Smoky Mountains and explore a wide range of activities you can't experience anywhere else.

Often called the “Smokies,” this mountainous region birthed southern Appalachian mountain culture. Townsend, Tennessee is located just on the edge of the park, providing easy access to the wildlife and natural beauty of the area.

Explore the history, music, and beauty of the peaceful side of the Smokies. Travel by horse, inner tube, bike, or on foot. Adventure is everywhere. Historic sites and mountain music tell the stories of the area’s early settlers. Art schools, galleries, and handmade crafts celebrate nature’s beauty.

Nov 21, 2024 · Travel + Leisure included Townsend in their Guide to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, applauding its blend of small-town charm and gateway access to some of the park’s best hiking trails and scenic spots.

Apr 28, 2024 · The scenic valley town of Townsend, on the edge of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, has been one of our favorite places to visit for years. Living right outside Townsend, we’re always here throughout the year, especially in the summer.

Townsend is a very quiet mountain valley situated just outside Great Smoky Mountains National Park - a favorite vacation destination for church retreats and family getaways.

Apr 28, 2024 · The scenic valley town of Townsend, on the edge of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, has been one of our favorite places to visit for years. Living right outside Townsend, we’re always here throughout the year, especially in the summer.

Townsend is home to Smoky Mountain River Rat, the best place in the Smoky Mountains for tubing. You’ll find their outpost just north of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park entrance.