River Ridge Travel Guide

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Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center

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.

Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
Charlotte showing a river or creek and forest scenes

Cataloochee Valley

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

Cataloochee Valley

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.

Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance

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.

Lake Junaluska Golf Course

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.

Queen's Farm Stables

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.

Waynesville Recreation Center

Activities

Blue Ridge Parkway Bundle

Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle

AU$36
per traveller
Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle
Great Smoky & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle

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

AU$38
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Great Smoky & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle
Over the Top Tour in Oconaluftee

Over the Top Tour in Oconaluftee

AU$227
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Over the Top Tour in Oconaluftee
Clingmans Dome Self-Guided Walking Tour

Clingmans Dome Self-Guided Walking Tour

AU$15
per traveller
Clingmans Dome Self-Guided Walking Tour
Old Growth Forest Cascade

Old Growth Forest Cascade

AU$295
per adult
Old Growth Forest Cascade
Mountaineer's Way Hike in the Smokies

Mountaineer's Way Hike in the Smokies

AU$363
per traveller
Mountaineer's Way Hike in the Smokies
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Our pick of the best River Ridge Hotel Deals

Quality Inn & Suites Maggie Valley - Cherokee Area

Quality Inn & Suites Maggie Valley - Cherokee Area

2.5 out of 5
3777 Soco Road Rt 19, Maggie Valley, NC
The price is AU$128 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$128
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Maggie Valley. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (893 reviews)
"The phone in my room didn’t work, and the tv was unusable."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Quality Inn & Suites Maggie Valley - Cherokee Area
Clarion Hotel Conference Center

Clarion Hotel Conference Center

2.5 out of 5
70 Soco Road, Maggie Valley, NC
The price is AU$147 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$147
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Maggie Valley. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (312 reviews)
"Clean and good service"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2025

Clarion Hotel Conference Center
The Terrace at Lake Junaluska

The Terrace at Lake Junaluska

3.5 out of 5
689 North Lakeshore Drive, Lake Junaluska, NC
The price is AU$237 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$237
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Lake Junaluska. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (373 reviews)
"Incredible views of the lake from the rooms and hotel in general, rooms were good size, accommodations were comfortable, food was good, staff was attentive, no alcohol on the facilities."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

The Terrace at Lake Junaluska
Jonathan Creek Inn and Villas

Jonathan Creek Inn and Villas

2 out of 5
4324 Soco Rd, Maggie Valley, NC
The price is AU$204 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$204
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Maggie Valley. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,008 reviews)
"We love staying at Jonathan Creek every year! It is always an awesome experience!"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Jonathan Creek Inn and Villas
Smoky Falls Lodge

Smoky Falls Lodge

3 out of 5
2550 Soco Rd, Maggie Valley, NC
Stay at this 3-star lodge in Maggie Valley. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Country feel."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

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Smoky Falls Lodge
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Asheville West near Biltmore

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Asheville West near Biltmore

3 out of 5
1914 Old Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC
The price is AU$160 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
AU$160
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Asheville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Very helpful staff. Pleasure to book in.comfortable bed and pillows. And here's one for the ladies, the hairdryer is hot and fast😂"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Asheville West near Biltmore
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