Mountain Springs Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
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.
Activities

Smoky Mountain Tour: Self-Guided Drive

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

White Water Rafting Experience on the Upper Pigeon River

Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle

Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Mountain Springs Hotel Deals

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
"I booked a room on Expedia as a non-smoking king size room. When I checked in they gave a smoking room king size and was told that since I booked through a third party this is what I had to take. Not thrilled and the room and floor smelled terrible. Room service was not offered so I had to beg the ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
"Good location. Pool was closed. Room clean."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026

Cherokee Grand Hotel
"There is a good amount of parking. The rooms were nice could use a little bit updating. The showers were the thing I enjoyed the most water pressure was great. I will definitely stay at this hotel again."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
"Everything was great! comfy bed, clean room, grounds and gardens were beautiful along the river. Very nice, helpful staff all around, and breakfast was good. Thank you for a good one night, last minute stay."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
"Great experience and perfect location, right across from the casino!"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026

Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino
"When I first arrived into room ,the floor was not swept,dead flies on window sill,curtains that were not hung properly holes in curtains. No outdoor seats or table like every other room had,had to take next room over when they left.Day 2 toilet was plugged had to ask for plunger and do myself. I ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mountain Springs

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.

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.

Settlers Ridge
While Settlers Ridge 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 Maggie Valley Festival Grounds.

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 Wheels Through Time Museum and Lake Junaluska Golf Course.

Glens of Ironduff
Queen's Farm Stables is one noteworthy place to stop while you're exploring Glens of Ironduff and the surrounding area.

