- TripBuzz found 159 things to do with kids in or near Townsend, Tennessee, including 136 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Gatlinburg, Knoxville, Pigeon Forge and Sevierville.
- From Davy Crockett Riding Stables to Cowboy Tubing, the Townsend area offers 82 different types of family activities, including: Tubing, Horseback Riding, Bike Paths and Hiking Trails.
- Blount County, Tennessee is home to the city of Townsend and it's population of less than 500 residents. The city spans an area just 2 square miles and maintains a strong history with roots in the Native American culture as well as the historic logging industry. Townsend boasts a variety of landscape and recreation that brings its visitors closer to nature and the city's culture.
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River Rage Tubing offers all-day innertube rentals for visitors to float the steady natural current of the Little River. The rental rate includes a shuttle to the put-in point, as well as barbecue dinner and soft drink at day's end.
0.6 Miles
Located in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Spruce Flats Falls draws in spectators for its natural, multilevel waterfall. The falls are accessible by a short trail that leads visitors up a hill and by vistas.
1.9 Miles
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123 Cromwell Drive, Townsend, TN 37882
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Preserving the history and culture of the earliest inhabitants of the region, the Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center has something for everyone. Visitors, young and old, can enjoy guided tours, museum, and historic village featuring 11 complete period buildings.
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7906 E. Lamar Alexander Parkway, Townsend, TN 37882
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Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail is a popular 10-mile trail in the Smoky Mountain area. Guests of all expertise levels enjoy hiking and biking this trail, complete with mile markers.
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Your first stop when traveling to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, should be a visit to Cades Cove Visitor Center. From here, you can plan your trip into the most popular area of the park, see a Ranger-led program, see the historic Grist mill, and more.
27.6 Miles
Outdoor enthusiasts flock to Cherokee National Park year-round to enjoy an impressive selection of camping and recreational activities. Guests enjoy mountain biking, hiking, kayaking, fishing and more in this mountain paradise.
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Visitors to Foothills Parkway love the scenic views offered at the strategically-placed lookouts, especially with Fall foliage in bloom. Take a drive along the parkway at sunrise or sunset to admire these popular views.
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Tremont Road, Townsend, TN
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Upper Tremont Road in Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a two-mile road in the center of the park that offers a unique area serenity. Many hiking and horseback riding trails begin here, and visitors also enjoy fishing.
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Old State Highway 73 & Depot Avenue, Townsend, TN
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Visitors will enjoy a walk across the Dark Island Swinging Bridge. Venture across to take in the scenic view from the top, or check out the tubers floating the river below.
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US 321, Townsend, TN
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Get a history lesson at The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum. Formerly one of the largest commercial lumber companies in the area, the Little River Railroad Company built over 150 miles of railroads in the area. Admission is free.