Mountain City TennesseeTOWN GUIDE · DIRECTORY · EVENTS

Explore Mountain City

A small town with a big backyard in the far northeast corner of Tennessee.

Mountain City is the county seat of Johnson County, the northeasternmost county in Tennessee, where the state meets Virginia and North Carolina. Surrounded by mountains, forest and farmland, it’s a small town with a big backyard.

Around Johnson County

Beyond Mountain City, Johnson County includes communities such as Shady Valley, Laurel Bloomery, Trade and Butler, along with Watauga Lake, the Cherokee National Forest and Doe Mountain Recreation Area.

Things to Do

Lakes, trails, scenic drives, music and heritage.

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Where to Stay

Cabins, inns and campgrounds in the local directory.

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Eat & Drink

Local restaurants and cafés.

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Events

Festivals, markets, music and community gatherings.

See the calendar →

Visitor information

The Johnson County Welcome Center & Museum at 716 S Shady St, Mountain City, is the best place to pick up brochures and local information. Call (423) 727-5800 to confirm hours.

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