River Ridge
Waynesville
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Popular places to visit

Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
Learn about the events happening at 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.
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

Blue Ridge Mtns Hiking Tour with the areas top rated trail expert

Great Smoky Mountains Self-Guided Scenic Drive and Audio Tour

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

Stroll Back in Time Smokies History Streams and Forest Hike

3 - 3.5 HR Smoky Mtn. Cherokee Eco Elk Safari Jeep Adventure
Top hotels in River Ridge

Comfort Inn Biltmore West
It was very nice!! Totally satisfied!!
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

Clarion Pointe Sylva near Cherokee Area
The hotel was very clean and an affordable price. I will definitely book again.
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Jonathan Creek Inn and Villas
Beautiful setting along Johnathan Creek.
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Comfort Inn near Great Smoky Mountain National Park
Exactly what we needed at a great price. I would recommend this property while exploring Maggie Valley.
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

Quality Inn & Suites Maggie Valley - Cherokee Area
Clean room friendly staff. Staff was very helpful.
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Asheville West near Biltmore
I spent a night but prior to booking i read the reviews. I usually start with the poor ratings and consistently the reasons were because of cleanliness. I find most people post a review when things go wrong and honestly so do I which is why i am writing this review but to the contrary. The property ...
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around River Ridge

Glens of Ironduff
You might consider checking out Queen's Farm Stables while you're exploring Glens of Ironduff and the larger Waynesville area.

Maple Springs
Plan a visit to nearby attractions like Queen's Farm Stables while you're exploring Maple Springs and the larger area.

Countryside Acres
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Countryside Acres and surrounding area, you can visit Queen's Farm Stables and Wheels Through Time Museum.

White Diamond Estates
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in White Diamond Estates and surrounding area, you can visit Cataloochee Ski Area and Cataloochee Valley.

Mountain Springs
When in Mountain Springs, you can plan a visit to Cataloochee Ski Area and Maggie Valley Festival Grounds, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ivy Hills
When in Ivy Hills, you can plan a visit to Queen's Farm Stables and Lake Junaluska Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
