This is the beautiful Little River in Townsend Tennessee a perfect spot for your next family vacation. Known as the Peaceful Side of the Smoky Mountains this area offers a more relaxed experience compared to the busy attractions in Gatlinburg TN and Pigeon Forge TN. The river is the main attraction here and a popular spot for a weekend adventure. Its clear water is ideal for tubing kayaking and fishing. It is also the perfect place for a scenic picnic before or after you visit the Cades Cove sec

This scenic spot is the Townsend Wye, right inside the Townsend TN entrance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It is a popular swimming hole where the Little River meets Laurel Creek, perfect for a family adventure on a warm Tennessee day. A must visit on your Smoky Mountains vacation. For the best experience, visit on a weekday to avoid crowds as parking is limited. The water is very refreshing but stays cold year round. Remember there are no facilities here, so pack everything you need an

4 FREE PLACES TO VISIT IN TOWNSEND, TN

Townsend, Tennessee ⤵️ Located right next to Great Smoky Mountains National Park on the Tennessee side, you have easy access to the many recreational activities found in the park, but none of the crowds! These are a few of the top spots found in & around this charming quiet town 🤫 🧸 Cades Cove: Drive through this pristine valley for a plethora of wildlife sightings or walk through the historic structures still standing 💦 Spruce Flats Falls: When using the Buckeye Trail, this moderate hike is