When the city’s bustling crowds get too much, why not relax and enjoy nature in a friendly little town? An internet user recently asked, “What do you find the best small town in the USA?” We compiled the top 19 recommendations.
Charlottesville, Virginia
“Charlottesville itself is a great modern town with lots of history surrounding it.”
“Yes. I considered that it may be too big to be considered a “small” town, especially with the students. But it’s still a very nice town.”
Midway, Utah
“They have a Swiss Days festival toward the harvest season that I highly recommend. There is a vaguely European inn and another more locally flavored one just across the street. Between them is a dairy outlet (red barn).”
Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
“I am seconding this. It’s a beautiful little town with some really great history, awesome hiking, and excellent places to do canoeing/kayaking.”
“I also vote for Harpers Ferry. I’ve only been once, but I loved it!”
Park City, Utah
“It’s probably the most happening, vibrant, bustling small town I’ve ever been to. Oh, and it’s truly beautiful, too.”
“It’s bordered by the Deer Valley Resort and the huge Park City Mountain Resort, which both have excellent ski slopes.”
Avalon, California
“Avalon, California, on Catalina Island, is a pretty cool place.”
“There are loads of cool little resorts, and even though there are tourists, they all seem to be quite respectful and friendly. There are a ton of watersports to enjoy as well.”
New Braunfels, Texas
“Interesting Germanic Texan history, and Texas Hill country is a beautiful place in general.”
“It’s also well known for its two rivers, which sometimes cut through wooded parks like Cypress Bend. I also loved the waterpark and the underground limestone caves were cool.”
New Glarus, Wisconsin
“I really love New Glarus, Wisconsin. It’s essentially a town modeled after Swiss ones built mostly by first-generation immigrants from Switzerland from the 19th century. It’s a little touristy, but the people were very friendly, and the tourists didn’t spoil its charm.”
Columbus, Indiana
“If you’re an architecture lover, Columbus, IN, is a great place to look at.”
“It’s got so many notable public buildings and artwork designed by famous people that they sometimes call it the “Athens of the Prairie.” I loved my time there.”
Bisbee, Arizona
“Sleeping with the windows open at night is great; hearing crickets and watching fireflies dance as you have an evening drink on your patio is even nicer.”
“I really like both Bisbee and Winslow in Arizona. They are lovely, peaceful small towns.”
Heber City, Utah
“I would’ve chosen Logan/ Cache Valley, but it’s too heavily populated even though it tends to have that small-town feel. Heber City is just about 40-50 miles southeast of Salt Lake City, so you have a great view of the Deer Creek Reservoir.”
Fairfield, Iowa
“We are called “Fairfield” because there was never a conflict of war here, which attracts a lot of foreign exchange students who usually go to the well-educated school of Maharishi. There’s good education, good people, and a monthly festival at the town square.”
Wibaux, Montana
“According to Playboy magazine in the ’90s, Wibaux, MT, a town of about 300, ranked as one of the top ten beer runs. There’s even a movie that uses Wibaux as a setting. Check it out; it’s called “Knockaround Guys.” I recommend the movie and the place!”
Dover-Foxcroft, Maine
“Dover was an amazing town. It was full of wonderful people and places. If I could, I would move back there in an instant!”
“Perfect little place to visit, especially for families with kids. It was super friendly, safe, and had lots of activities for all ages.”
Benicia, California
“It’s a beautiful little intimate town by the bay. Best food in the Bay Area too! I’ve lived there for four years now, and I’d never live anywhere else.”
“It was actually the capital of California for 13 months once! Now it’s a quiet, picturesque waterside town.”
Telluride, Colorado
“Telluride for the Gold here. Massive waterfall. Super dope mountains. Massive Elk. Shredville for bikes and skiing. Legal Cannabis. Breweries. Some of the best-preserved pre-prohibition speak-easies in the nation. Plus, you can bike around the entire town.”
Cambria, California
“I love it because it has loads of cute shops and restaurants and is right on the central coast, so it’s super convenient to get to the surrounding wineries and Hearst Castle.”
“It’s in the very beautiful area of San Luis Obispo County and, I think, is technically a village.”
Jackson, New Hampshire
“Quintessential New England town; easy to meet new friends, wonderful community, great restaurants, close to hiking, skiing (downhill and cross country), and great views.”
“There are LOTS of activities- like bike club, pickle ball, hiking groups, etc.”
Stowe, Vermont
“The ski resort there is amazing when it’s not too crowded. I found it really delivered a combination of quality snow and challenging terrain that’s difficult to beat on the East Coast.”
“There are a lot of things to do outdoors, and it definitely has that “small town” charm.”
Concord, Massachusetts
“I live there, and my neighbors and I are always saying how it’s one of the best places we’ve ever lived. It kind of has a suburban feel wherever you go and is very clean.”
“I loved it there… all those quaint little coffee shops and beautiful green parks.”
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