Hemphill Heights 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.

Cataloochee Valley
Spot elk and visit historic buildings while camping, driving and hiking in the tranquil countryside of the Great Smoky Mountains.

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.
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.
LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography
You can spend time exploring the galleries in LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography during your trip to Waynesville. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or seek out the golf courses.
Things to do

Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle

Great Smoky & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle

Great Smoky Mountains Self-Guided Scenic Drive and Audio Tour

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

Over the Top Tour in Oconaluftee

Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in Hemphill Heights

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
"The front office lady was so super nice, great recommendation about places to eat! I did not use the pool but the area was very clean looking! The room was very clean. Yes may be a little dated but super clean and the beds and pillows were so comfy! Vending machine out front had good and very affordable ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026

Cherokee Grand Hotel
"Friendly helpful staff….fair price"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
"It was a well balanced when compared price/performance"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
"Very nice facility and our room was clean. Staff was very helpful. Breakfast was adequate."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026

Clarion Pointe Cherokee
"The hotel room was nice. The lobby was dated and dingy."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Hemphill Heights
Fairway Hills
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Fairway Hills and surrounding area, you can visit Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Pigeon River.

Downtown Waynesville
Though Downtown Waynesville may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lake Junaluska Golf Course and LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography.
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.
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.
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.


