One of the most recent additions to Townsend, TN is a restaurant that is sure to please; Little River Ice Cream. Located in the red Burlington Northern caboose at 7515 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy in Townsend, this little ice cream and sandwich shop is already a hit. Don’t let the size of the restaurant fool […]
Townsend Gateway Inn
An eco-friendly and pet-friendly gem stashed just outside the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the Townsend Gateway Inn provides a relaxing place to stay where you can be treated like family and while away the hours in a rocking chair listening to the nearby Little River. Be greeted with a smile, great service and a […]
Townsend River Walk
The Townsend River Walk is a short walking trail that runs along the Little River in Townsend, TN. This quiet & scenic trail provides a beautiful (& completely shaded!) view into the incredible country here in Townsend. Along this quarter-mile trail, you’l get to know more about the native trees & vegetation, as well as […]
Talley Ho Inn
Townsend, TN oldest inn, the Talley Ho Inn, is about 1 mile before the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Even centered among shopping, restaurants and activities, the Talley Ho Inn provides a relaxing retreat from busy tourism in surrounding areas. The inn has deep roots in this peaceful mountain community. Established in […]
Dancing Bear Lodge & Restaurant
Touted as the “vacation basecamp of the Smokies,” the Dancing Bear Lodge & Restaurant is everything many visitors to the Smoky Mountains might wish for. Only 5 minutes from the Great Smoky Mountain National Park in Townsend, visitors can experience breathtaking views, hiking, biking and even an excursion to Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg (if getting […]