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.

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.
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.
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.
Things to do

Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided 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

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

Over the Top Tour in Oconaluftee

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

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Everything was top kotch, 1st class.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
The room was clean and comfortable. The TV was small. The shampoo was not of high caliber.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
everything was great except the pancake machine was out of order..
Reviewed on 2 May 2026

Cherokee Grand Hotel
Water pressure was erratic with pressure increasing and decreasing in shower. Needs addressed for customer comfort.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
Everything was superb, the staff was excellent
Reviewed on 2 May 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
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 Lake Junaluska Golf Course.

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 Queen's Farm Stables and Lake Junaluska Golf Course.

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.
