Maple Springs Travel Guide
Waynesville
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Popular places to visit

Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
Learn about the events happening in Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center during your trip to Waynesville. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance
Explore the great outdoors at Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance, a lovely green space in Waynesville. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area or enjoy its golf courses.

Cataloochee Valley
Spot elk and visit historic buildings while camping, driving and hiking in the tranquil countryside of the Great Smoky Mountains.
Lake Junaluska Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Waynesville at Lake Junaluska Golf Course. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Queen's Farm Stables
Meet the animals who live at Queen's Farm Stables during your travels in Waynesville. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or seek out the golf courses.
Hazelwood Soap Company
You can find out about the history of Waynesville with a trip to Hazelwood Soap Company. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do

3 - 3.5 HR Smoky Mtn. Cherokee Eco Elk Safari Jeep Adventure

Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle

Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour

Great Smoky Mountains Self-Guided Scenic Drive and Audio Tour

Blue Ridge Mtns Hiking Tour with the areas top rated trail expert
Top hotels in Maple Springs

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
Parking was good. Location was good. Breakfast was missing.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Cozy Creek Cottages
It was all good clean ready cozy comfortable and in a good location
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Train Caboose w/ Upscale Amenities Minutes to Waynesville & Asheville
Great spot for a couple or a small family with a little kid (especially a train-obsessed toddler!). Fantastic location with easy access to Great Smoky Mountain National Park, Pisgah Forest, Waynesville, and Asheville. Clean, comfortable and relaxing. Great rental!!
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026

Clarion Pointe Sylva near Cherokee Area
Staff was friendly with a great check in experience. Comfortable bed good price and location
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Jonathan Creek Inn and Villas
yes, there were shops nearby. The parking was okay but a little tight for a full size pickup. The room was really dirty, floors, the recliner, the bath room was also unclean. The room was advertised as handicap accessible, the shower did have grab bars but the toilet was low with no grab bars. I ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

Quality Inn & Suites Maggie Valley - Cherokee Area
Breakfast was a very small continental breakfast. Hottub was hot but the jets didn't work. Rooms are small, questionable whether sheets had been washed between occupants. Building is aged. Overall, for the price, its ehat i expected. We had a pleasant stay, the pool was great for young kids.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Maple Springs

Glens of Ironduff
Queen's Farm Stables is one noteworthy place to stop while you're exploring Glens of Ironduff and the surrounding area.

River Ridge
If you're spending some time in River Ridge, Pigeon River is a top sight worth visiting.

White Diamond Estates
While White Diamond Estates may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cataloochee Ski Area and Cataloochee Valley.

Mountain Springs
While there might not be top attractions in Mountain Springs, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cataloochee Ski Area and Maggie Valley Festival Grounds.

Countryside Acres
While Countryside Acres may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Queen's Farm Stables and Wheels Through Time Museum.

Hemphill Heights
While there might not be top attractions in Hemphill Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cataloochee Ski Area and Wheels Through Time Museum.

