- Join for free
- Sign In
Latest Townsend hotel reviews
Pro
Solitude, serenity, silence!
Con
Remote & private
In a nutshell
Great place to relax and unwind, very laid back atmosphere
Little River Lumber Company Museum
Toughluck Says: The Little River Lumber Company was the largest employer in the valley and owned a great portion of what has become the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The Railroad was used to bring the timber from out of the mountains to the mills located in the open flats around the...
Toughluck Says: The Mountain Heritage Museum includes indoor and outdoor exhibits. The interior exhibits includes a history of the mountains from the Native American Indians through the Pioneer and Mountain Culture. Exhibits include a postal wagon, farming vehicles, a surrey, a freight...
Toughluck Says: There are several rental places in Townsend, where you can rent a tube and drift down the Little River. The river is not vary deep (check with the local companies in the spring), so it's fun for the entire family.
Toughluck Says: Bring or rent a bike and travel through Tuckulukee Cove, otherwise known as Townsend. There are paved bike trails along the main road through the cove. It's safe for the entire family.
See the Smoky's and Cades Cove
Toughluck Says: This is a great location to spend time in Cades Cove. It's the closest lodging (other than a park campground) to the Cove. It also has access to the rivers and trails of the area. See my Smoky Mountain page for details.
Toughluck Says: They call it the 'Quiet side of the Smoky's' for a good reason. While on holiday weekends, no place is quiet (same goes for spring blossom and fall color weekends), This place is a lot less noisy (cars, people, motorbikes), than any of the other access points. You can find a...
Little River Railroad and Lumber Co. Museum
CoAir13 Says: This museum is dedicated to preserving the history of steam logging in the Smokies. Admission is FREE and appeals mostly to those interested in trains. Good rainy day activity.
CoAir13 Says: For a leisurely afternoon, rent a bike or walk the 4.45 loop trail through this small town. There are places along the way that you can stop and take in the mountain view and learn a little of the history of the area. Trail starts at the visitor's center and is a fairly flat...
CoAir13 Says: For a leisurely afternoon, rent a bike or walk the 4.45 loop trail through this small town. There are places along the way that you can stop and take in the mountain view and learn a little of the history of the area. Trail starts at the visitor's center and is a fairly flat...
CoAir13 Says: This river runs through town and into the park and offers a variety of activities. Fishing is among the most popular! Tennesse has some strict regulations so be sure to check them out before you cast! REGULATIONS ARE DIFFERENT INSIDE THE NATIONAL PARK! If fishing isn't your...
CoAir13 Says: Townsend lies adjacent to Great Smoky Mountains National Park near the Cades Cove entrance. The Cades Cove Loop Road is an 11 mile, one way motor vehicle road that takes you through a peaceful valley surrounded by mountain peaks. There are over 1,500 kinds of flowering...
CoAir13 Says: Any information you need about Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the surrounding areas can be found at the Townsend Visitors Center. Of course, there is a gift shop, but you can get maps, directions, and business information from the friendly, helpful staff, as...
CoAir13 Says: Cemeteries offer a glimpse into the past...family position or prominence can sometimes be determined by the size and magnificence of the tombstones. Many were started on family farms as resting places for family members. Much of the population of Townsend can trace their...
CoAir13 Says: Since the Foothills Land Conservancy was founded in 1985, it has protected more than 14,300 acres of land along the Great Smoky Mountains National Park boundary. In 1995, it purchased 4,700 acres that were threatened by commercial development along the northern edge of the...
CoAir13 Says: Specializing in rides for large groups, these guys know their stuff! Trips range from 1 hour (4 miles) to overnight trips. Open year round, but during the winter months it's by appointment only! Don't let it's (ahem) "rustic" look scare you!
The Mill House: Candle light dinners
Sassy417 Says: Romantic setting, offers intimacy atmoshpere to your special evening, provides excellent choices in food, quality and professional service.Catering too* Group setting/buffett
SwitzIt Says: Okay, I admit...Townsend restaurants leave a little to be desired. Most feature rather ordinary "home cooking." I do recommend Victoria Station and the Mill House (nearby Walland).
any deck or porch: Nighttime Serenade
SwitzIt Says: Townsend is a quiet town, so the best options for nights include:>sitting on a porch or deck listening to the crickets and owls>curling up by a fire with a good book>hot tubbing under the stars Totally casual
SwitzIt Says: The bear's keen sense of smell leads it to nuts and berries, but the animal is also enticed by human food left on a picnic table or offered from an outstretched hand. Feeding bears or allowing them access to human food causes a number of problems: • Nuisance bears damage...
"Red Neck Honeymoon Capital of the South"
SwitzIt Says: I can't remember who dubbed it that, but it fits. Pigeon Forge, TN offers wall-to-wall tourists, outlet shops, miniature golf, go-carts, bumper boats, water rides, laser games, bungee jumping, and country music theatres...not to mention bumper-to-bumper traffic. If you have...
Sponsored Links
Plan a Townsend vacation with reviews, tips and photos posted by real travelers and Townsend locals
Okay, I admit...Townsend restaurants leave a little to be desired. Most feature rather ordinary "home cooking." I do recommend Victoria Station and the Mill...
Our members can help!
1
"The Quiet Side of the Smokies"
Prior to the first white settlers' arrival in the late 1700's, the Cherokees called this area "Tuckaleechee", which means "peaceful valley". In 1900, a group of Pennsylvanians made their way to...
2
Townsend, TN in the Smoky Mountains
Although I live in Knoxville, I spend a lot of time in Townsend, TN, " the peaceful side of the Smokies." Unlike Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, Townsend is a charming, quiet destination, where one can...
3
Townsend, TN, is a beautiful area. Although a half hour from outlet malls & bumper cars, Townsend feels remote. Terrific scenery.
5
The Peaceful side of the Smoky's
We preferred this to Gatlinburg or Cherokee. We had easy access to everything in the Great Smoky Mountains, a short drive to Gatlinburg and the strip, without the mass of people or activities.
Build your own Townsend page
Sponsored Links
