Settlers Ridge 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.
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 Settlers Ridge
Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Had to Check in at the counter, staff was very nice. My room was spacious king size bed with walk in shower, coffee maker and microwave. I worked during the day with a Hot Spot wasn’t the best. Went downstairs in the evening had a variety of different machines, played had a nice time. Ate at the ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
Parking was good. Location was good. Breakfast was missing.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
A+++++Great hotel
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Cherokee Grand Hotel
Clean place
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
I had to leave before 6:30 breakfast time 6:00 would allow more workers staying at the hotel to be able to benefit from it .. but it’s a very nice place clean and close to anything you might need
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Riverfront Cabin, Mountain Views, Fishing, and Hiking!
The WiFi kept going in and out and some stink bugs. But overall great place!
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Settlers Ridge
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.
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.
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.
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.
Apple Creek Acres
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Apple Creek Acres and surrounding area, you can visit Wheels Through Time Museum 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.
