About Townsend - In the Smoky Mountains

Of all the towns surrounding Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Townsend is the most peaceful . . . a place where you can leave your cares and renew your spirit. Townsend offers many outdoor activities, including hiking, bicycling, fishing, tubing down a cool mountain river, and a day of rejuvenation in nearby Cades Cove.

Looking for a cabin in the Smokies? Find out what Townsend has to offer!

Our Bed & Breakfast Inns provide luxury amenities for a romantic getaway.

Foothills Parkway, a featured attraction
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About Townsend TN

Townsend focuses on family vacations, honeymoons, and group retreats. Outdoor adventure, dining in great mountain restaurants, fun-filled festivals, and excellent service make Townsend one of the best vacation areas in the Southeast.

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The Smoky Mountains surrounding Townsend possess a rich history of a simpler time. Today, they provide the backdrop for the best vacation area in Tennessee. Spend the day with activities in Townsend, then retire for the evening to our cozy accommodations that set the standard for comfort in Tennessee.
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Townsend Winter Heritage Festival
February 4-7, 2010

townsend winter heritage festival
Learn about life in Cades Cove

Shake off those winter blues!
Come celebrate the human history, natural beauty, and cultural traditions of the Smokies. Enjoy presentations, hikes, concerts, and demonstrations at this award-winning event. Learn about the people of the mountains, stories of Cades Cove, wildlife lore, historic structures, scenic wonders, and old-timey ways that live on today.
Advance Registration Required.
Registration: 865-448-6134 | Events Calendar

Follow up your Townsend activity with mountain adventures of whitewater rafting, hiking, wildlife viewing, kayaking, tubing down a cool mountain river, or enjoying a driving tour through the Smokies. Get FREE Visitor Packet

SUMMER | FALL | WINTER | SPRING

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