River Ridge Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Smoky Mountain Jumphouse
Catch an event at Smoky Mountain Jumphouse and enjoy other activities in Waynesville such as golfing.Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle
Great Smoky & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle
Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour
Great Smoky Mountains Self-Guided Scenic Drive and Audio Tour
Blue Ridge Mtns Hiking Tour with the areas top rated trail expert
Half-Day Hike with Long Range Views from Asheville
Our pick of the best River Ridge Hotel Deals
Comfort Inn Biltmore West
We were very happy with our visit .
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Jonathan Creek Inn and Villas
The room was clean, staff were friendly and helpful and the location is great!
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Comfort Inn near Great Smoky Mountain National Park
Very good
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Train Caboose w/ Upscale Amenities Minutes to Waynesville & Asheville
The Caboose was great, weather was cold/snowy. We had a great two night stay.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Cozy Creek Cottages
Very friendly staff...super clean, quiet, and well equipped. I highly recommend them.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Maggie Valley - Cherokee Area
Well, the room and hallways could have been a little cleaner, the staff was very friendly. The pool was fun and the breakfast was great.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 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 Wheels Through Time Museum.
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.
