Hotels near Shadows of the Past Hiking/Biking Trail

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Tuckaleechee Caverns – just one of the landmarks located 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from central Townsend.

Townsend Visitor Center is worth a visit, located 0.6 mi (1 km) from central Townsend. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.

You might want to get your camera out and head to Dark Island Swinging Bridge – just one of the landmarks located 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from central Townsend.

The centre of Townsend is home to cultural attractions such as The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum, so you might want to stop by during your stay. If you want to experience more of the culture Townsend has to offer, head to Townsend Visitor Center, Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center, and Tuckaleechee Caverns.

Why not give yourself a treat with a trip to Tube Junction, one of the family attractions located 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from central Townsend? Why not take a stroll along the riverfront and watch the sunset while you're here? If you have fun at Tube Junction, you'll love River Rage Go-Kart Track, just a short walk away.

Ready for an education in local botany? Hedgewood Gardens should make your list of places to visit, located 1.2 mi (2 km) from central Townsend. Why not take a stroll along the riverfront and watch the sunset while you're here? Want to stretch your legs a little more? Head to Metcalf Bottoms Picnic Area, located nearby.

Why not give yourself a treat with a trip to River Rage Go-Kart Track, one of the family attractions located 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from central Townsend? Why not take a stroll along the riverfront and watch the sunset while you're here? If you have fun at River Rage Go-Kart Track, you'll love Tube Junction, just a short walk away.

Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from central Townsend, why not stop by during your stay? Why not take a stroll along the riverfront and watch the sunset while you're here? If you want to experience more of the culture Townsend has to offer, head to Townsend Visitor Center, Tuckaleechee Caverns, and Laurel Valley Golf Course.