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Townsend, Tennessee, brings slow travel trend to America’s most visited national park

  • More than 11.5 million people visited Great Smoky Mountains National Park in 2025, making it America’s most visited national park, according to park statistics.
  • Townsend, Tennessee, lies outside the park and offers a quieter alternative to the crowds.
  • Townsend has built its tourism identity as “the peaceful side of the Smokies.”
  • Slow travel encourages visitors to spend more time in one destination, helping Townsend welcome travelers while preserving its character.
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Townsend, Tennessee, brings slow travel trend to America’s most visited national park

More than 11.5 million people visited Great Smoky Mountains National Park in 2025, keeping it America’s most visited national park, according to park statistics. Yet ... Read moreThe post Townsend, Tennessee, brings slow travel trend to America’s most visited national…

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Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer broke the news on Monday, October 26, 2026.
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