Directions to the Peace Pagoda

Exit from Interstate-40 at exit 440 in Tennessee.

If you were traveling east, turn left off the ramp and go under the bridge. If you were traveling west, turn right off the ramp.

Go north past the truck stop (which is currently a Sunoco gas station) and turn right on Maple Lane.

Go until the pavement ends and the road forks. Take the right fork up the hill to Branch Dr. and turn left onto Branch Dr. You will see a sign for Classic Way, which turns right, but continue on Branch Dr., which veers to the left.

You will pass by Trail Way and Cardinal Way and then come to Woodland Way. Turn right onto Woodland Way and go up the hill. You will go through a gate, which is now always open. About 2/10th mile farther, the road divides. Take a steep left turn.

Go another 2/10th mile, you'll see a sign for the Peace Pagoda. Park your car on the left and walk the last 3/10th mile up the hill.

Please do not attempt to drive up the last 3/10th mile to the site unless you have 4-wheel drive. If you cannot walk up the hill, please call before arriving (423-613-8209) and we will try to meet you at the Peace Pagoda sign and drive you up the hill.

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