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Townsend

Peaceful Side Social: A mountain oasis for riders

June 30, 2022 by Sarah Merrell

A little gem at the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park — Townsend, Tennessee — beckons motorcyclists with its stunning mountain scenery, lush forests and meandering roads ripe for thrill-seekers. Between the sweeping curves of Foothills Parkway with panoramic views and the tight, twisties of the infamous Dragon, there’s much adventure to be had.  After a long … [Read more...] about Peaceful Side Social: A mountain oasis for riders

Wanderlust meets leisure at Little Arrow Outdoor Resort

November 30, 2020 by Sarah Merrell

A silver camper trailer is parked in a campsite

At the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, tucked in the foothills of the mountains and surrounded by lush forest, sits a resort that’s a little bit different. Luxury meets rustic at Little Arrow Outdoor Resort, a former campground lovingly restored with fresh accommodations including glamping tents, tiny homes, airstreams, RV sites and cabins. For … [Read more...] about Wanderlust meets leisure at Little Arrow Outdoor Resort

Grains & Grits Festival Offers a taste of Tennessee rides and whiskey

November 30, 2020 by Sarah Merrell

A glass of H Clark Distillery whiskey

As the setting sun casts shades of pink and orange across the colorful fall foliage of the Smoky Mountains, white tents dot an open field at the Townsend Visitors Center as the annual Grains & Grits Festival ramps up for an evening of Southern spirits and gourmet grub. Every autumn, the festival returns to the small mountain town of Townsend, Tennessee, where … [Read more...] about Grains & Grits Festival Offers a taste of Tennessee rides and whiskey

Apple Valley Café: A sweet and mouth-watering stop in Townsend

June 4, 2020 by Sarah Merrell

A land of cascading waterfalls and rolling mountain vistas, Townsend, Tennessee, is a tranquil little gem at the gateway of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Motorcyclists often flock to the area to experience the far-reaching views along the meandering Foothills Parkway or to see historic buildings and wildlife along the 11-mile loop in Cades Cove. Other motorcyclists … [Read more...] about Apple Valley Café: A sweet and mouth-watering stop in Townsend

The Tennessee Whiskey Trail: Discover A Southern treasure

June 4, 2020 by Sarah Merrell

The Kentucky Bourbon Trail can step aside: there’s a new trail that’s worth the ride. Established in 2017, the Tennessee Whiskey Trail celebrates a spirit deeply ingrained in Tennessee’s culture and heritage and has led to the state now being a leader in whiskey production. With 25 different distilleries drawing more than 2 million people per year, this attraction is steadily … [Read more...] about The Tennessee Whiskey Trail: Discover A Southern treasure

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