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.
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.
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
Smoky Mountain Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle
Great Smoky Mountains Self-Guided Scenic Drive and Audio Tour
Mountaintop Zipline 2-Hours Activity
Great Smoky & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle
Appalachian Mountain Scenic Drives: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle
Top hotels in River Ridge
Comfort Inn Biltmore West
This is not a bad place at all to stay. The morning staff was very accomodating. The check in was not really the best and the attendant seemed very short, but it worked out. The laundry facility only has one washer and dryer and that really is not a good thing, but fortunately there were no other ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Clarion Pointe Sylva near Cherokee Area
The room was clean, the beds were comfortable and the bedding was clean. Did not have the breakfast. Considering the prices of the hotels in the area, this one ranks far and above for the price.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Cozy Creek Cottages
Absolutely loved the little cottages, feels like a home away from home… check-in took less than 5 minutes & checkout was a breeze! Full kitchen fully stocked! Thats what i loved the most 100% and a dishwasher, i dont even have a dishwasher at home so I truely was on vacation not having to hand wash ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Jonathan Creek Inn and Villas
Nice place to stay. Very peaceful
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Smoky Falls Lodge
Bed was comfortable and room was clean
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Springdale Resort
Springdale is beautiful and the people are friendly. Rocky Face Tavern is delicious. 5 stars!
Reviewed on 27 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 Lake Junaluska Golf Course.
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 Queen's Farm Stables and Lake Junaluska Golf Course.
