Townsend is a small town along US-321 north of the park. It is only a few miles to the Townsend entrance, which is just north of the intersection of the
Little River Road and
Laurel Creek Road. From there, it is only a 7 mile drive to the insanely popular Cades Cove area. It is also reasonable to access the main Tennessee side of the park along
Newfound Gap Road from Townsend.
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Parkside
- The Econo Lodge is located on Lamar Alexander Parkway (US-321) in Townsend
- In room: Wireless internet, cable/satellite TV, coffee maker, microwave, refrigerator
- On site: Outdoor pool, contintental breakfast
- Address: 7824 E Lamar Alexander Parkway, Townsend, TN, 37882
- 2.3 miles to Townsend Entrance - Map It
