Whether you're planning a day trip or settling in for a full weekend escape, Johnson County, Tennessee offers mountain views, rich history, outdoor adventure, and local flavor you won’t find anywhere else. From scenic drives to hidden heritage treasures, here are our can’t-miss stops  while you're visiting with us! Doe Mountain Recreation Area Photo Credit: Doe Mountain Recreation Area | The Nature Conservancy If you love wide-open views and outdoor adventure, start here

Doe Valley Farm and the Johnson County Tourism Office proudly hosted the Tennessee Songwriters Week Mountain City Qualifying Round, welcoming 12 outstanding songwriters and an enthusiastic audience of music lovers for an afternoon dedicated to original music, storytelling, and community connection. Songwriters and spectators traveled from three states to attend, underscoring the regional reach and strong inaugural impact of Mountain City’s first-ever qualifying round. The ev

Presented by the Johnson County Chamber of Commerce Saturday, December 6, 2025 There’s nothing quite like Christmas in the mountains—and in Mountain City, our award-winning annual Christmas on Main  has become one of the most heartwarming holiday traditions in the region. From sunrise to evening starlight, Main Street transforms into a festive wonderland filled with great food, local makers, live entertainment, family activities, and the magic of the season. Whether you're a

Visitors and locals alike love the fall season in Johnson County. The air takes on a crisp, clean feel. Life takes on a different pace as the hues along the mountain vistas display the glow of autumn. Located in the upper northeast corner of the state, Johnson County has several unique areas where leaf watchers and shutterbugs can enjoy our beautiful mountain scenery. Peak leaf viewing in our area usually occurs between the last week of September and the first two weeks of Oc