River Ridge Travel Guide
Waynesville
Visit River Ridge
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.
Waynesville Recreation Center
Take the family on an outing to Waynesville Recreation Center during your trip to Waynesville. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the golf courses.
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 River Ridge
Comfort Inn Biltmore West
The beds and pillows were absolutely comfortable for a quick overnight. I would not ever hesitate to stay here again. Thank you so much.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Clarion Pointe Sylva near Cherokee Area
The room was very comfortable and clean. could have used a printer guide with tv stations, but we didn't ask. tv was good. staff very helpful.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Jonathan Creek Inn and Villas
Everything was great for our stay. This is our choice for staying in Maggie Valley.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Asheville Biltmore by IHG
Staff at the front desk was very dismissive and made her email that she was composing more important than checking me in. It ended up being the general manager, Brooke Davis of all things. She told me she’d be right with me little did I know I’d be standing there for five minutes and she composed ...
Reviewed on 13 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
Comfort Inn near Great Smoky Mountain National Park
Every was great except where the TV sat. Can't see it if in bed
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around River Ridge
Glens of Ironduff
Queen's Farm Stables is one noteworthy place to stop while you're exploring Glens of Ironduff and the surrounding area.
Maple Springs
Check out nearby sights like Queen's Farm Stables while you're spending some time in Maple Springs and the surrounding area.
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.
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.
Ivy Hills
While there might not be top attractions in Ivy Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Wheels Through Time Museum.
