Natural swimming hole
Townsend Wye - Great Smoky Mountains National Park
River · Tennessee
About this swimming hole
Where the Little River meets the Middle Prong, the Wye forms a wide, sunny swimming and tubing confluence beloved by Townsend locals. Inner tubes drift the gentle current while swimmers claim the deeper pockets. It's the Smokies' great natural water park, free with a park pass.
Good to know
| Water type | River |
|---|---|
| Depth | shallow to 10 ft |
| Best season | May-September |
| Fees | Free; park entrance fee |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | Daylight hours |
| Parking | Large lot at the Wye |
| Amenities | restrooms, picnic tables |
| County | Blount County |
| Nearest town | Townsend |
| Safety notes | No lifeguard; currents after rain |
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Townsend Wye - Great Smoky Mountains National Park?
Yes — Townsend Wye - Great Smoky Mountains National Park is listed as a natural swimming spot in Tennessee. Heads-up: No lifeguard; currents after rain. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Townsend Wye - Great Smoky Mountains National Park require reservations?
No reservations are required at Townsend Wye - Great Smoky Mountains National Park based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Townsend Wye - Great Smoky Mountains National Park?
Reported fee info: Free; park entrance fee. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Townsend Wye - Great Smoky Mountains National Park?
The best season is typically May-September.