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The Peaceful Side of the Smokies Explore, play, taste and stay in the Peaceful Side of the Smokies. Discover Life as You Imagine. Townsend, TN 37882

Hours:
Open year-round from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Hours of Operation -Visitors Center

Townsend Visitor Center
7906 East Lamar Alexander Pkwy. (June, July & August 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.) Maryville Visitor Center
201 S Washington St. Maryville, TN 37804

Hours:
Monday-Friday (except Tuesday) -- 8 a.m. Tuesday -- 9 a.m.

The Smokies are home to wonders that feel magical—synchronous fireflies, a rainbow waterfall and bioluminescent mushroom...
24/01/2025

The Smokies are home to wonders that feel magical—synchronous fireflies, a rainbow waterfall and bioluminescent mushrooms, to name a few. Take a walk on the Peaceful Side and discover fairy villages and a troll bridge nestled in the woods, where fairytales and reality meet. Learn more on our blog: https://bit.ly/3EagMcF

"A snowy winter morning on Mt LeConte. As the sun rose behind the ridge, the light would not be denied."📸: Photo Tales o...
24/01/2025

"A snowy winter morning on Mt LeConte. As the sun rose behind the ridge, the light would not be denied."

📸: Photo Tales of Smoky Trails by Adam Gravett

Real-life magic ✨📸: @ alexisbutlerphotography on IG
23/01/2025

Real-life magic ✨

📸: @ alexisbutlerphotography on IG

23/01/2025

Here's a preview of this weekend on the Peaceful Side.

"Roads were made for journeys, not destinations.” -Confucius📸: @ _onelove_photography_ on IG
23/01/2025

"Roads were made for journeys, not destinations.” -Confucius

📸: @ _onelove_photography_ on IG

Throwback to a snowy Smokies day ❄📸: Paul S. Miller
21/01/2025

Throwback to a snowy Smokies day ❄

📸: Paul S. Miller

Winter in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park (GSMNP) offers a unique perspective on the region's rich biodiversity....
17/01/2025

Winter in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park (GSMNP) offers a unique perspective on the region's rich biodiversity. While many visitors associate the park with its vibrant spring and summer blooms, the winter months reveal a quieter, more serene side, with a surprising amount of flora and fauna still thriving in the colder weather. Learn more on our blog: https://bit.ly/3CqbQ2y

A pop of color in the wintertime ❤️📸: Wild Laurel Golf Course
15/01/2025

A pop of color in the wintertime ❤️

📸: Wild Laurel Golf Course

Where do you feel most at home?
14/01/2025

Where do you feel most at home?

Brr! ❄️📸: Photo Tales of Smoky Trails by Adam Gravett
13/01/2025

Brr! ❄️

📸: Photo Tales of Smoky Trails by Adam Gravett

Blount County has three observances planned for the 2025 MLK Day holiday and preceding weekend (Jan. 17-20), with the th...
10/01/2025

Blount County has three observances planned for the 2025 MLK Day holiday and preceding weekend (Jan. 17-20), with the theme “Realizing the Dream Through Service and the Arts”. Learn more on our blog: https://bit.ly/4h5QTZy

Snowy Season is here in the Smokies! ❄️⚠️: Please remember to check the weather forecast and plan your visit accordingly...
09/01/2025

Snowy Season is here in the Smokies! ❄️

⚠️: Please remember to check the weather forecast and plan your visit accordingly. The roads can be icy this time of year.

An American kestrel (Falco sparverius), the smallest falcon in North America. 📸: Phoebe Carnes (phoebeswildlife on IG) ...
08/01/2025

An American kestrel (Falco sparverius), the smallest falcon in North America.

📸: Phoebe Carnes (phoebeswildlife on IG)

❄️ Snowy Smokies❄️️⚠️: Please remember to check the weather forecast and plan your visit accordingly. The roads can be i...
07/01/2025

❄️ Snowy Smokies❄️️

⚠️: Please remember to check the weather forecast and plan your visit accordingly. The roads can be icy this time of year.

📸: Morgan Thompson (mothompson90 on IG)

Throwback to a snowy Smokies day in 2023.📸: Caitlin Ryan (caitlani9 on IG)
06/01/2025

Throwback to a snowy Smokies day in 2023.

📸: Caitlin Ryan (caitlani9 on IG)

This is my good side.📸: Tristen Haley (Tristenswildlife on IG)
06/01/2025

This is my good side.

📸: Tristen Haley (Tristenswildlife on IG)

📍 Kuwohi, formerly known as Clingmans Dome📸: Dan Thompson (danthompson_tn on IG)
04/01/2025

📍 Kuwohi, formerly known as Clingmans Dome

📸: Dan Thompson (danthompson_tn on IG)

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2024 was full of food, festivals, friends & families, fresh air and fun on the Peaceful Side! We can't wait to share what we have in store for 2025!

Here's a preview of this weekend on the Peaceful Side.

Here's a preview of this weekend on the Peaceful Side.

Here's a preview of this weekend on the Peaceful Side.

Here's a preview of this weekend on the Peaceful Side.

Here's a preview of this weekend on the Peaceful Side.

Here's a preview of this weekend on the Peaceful Side.

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The 10th Annual Townsend Grains & Grits Festival was one of our best ever! Thank you to all the chefs, distillers and blenders for providing unforgettable gourmet grub and southern spirits to our crowd of more than 1,000! We'll see you again next year!

Learn more about this week's happenings on our blog: https://bit.ly/3Nukr6o

Here’s a sneak peek at what we’ve been up to. Working with bluegrass music star and mandolin prodigy Wyatt Ellis to tell our story is just the best! Stay tuned….

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Hours of Operation -Visitors Center Townsend Visitor Center 7906 East Lamar Alexander Pkwy. Townsend, TN 37882 Hours: Open year-round from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (June, July & August 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.) Maryville Visitor Center 201 S Washington St. Maryville, TN 37804 Hours: Monday-Friday (except Tuesday) -- 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday -- 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For an up to date calendar of events - http://bit.ly/PlanYourSmokyMtnTrip Contests or promotions advertised on Peaceful Side of the Smokies' page are in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook.