River Ridge, NC
Waynesville
Visit River Ridge
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.
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.
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.
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 & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle
Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour
Stroll Back in Time Smokies History Streams and Forest Hike
Mountaintop Zipline 2-Hours Activity
Blue Ridge Mtns Hiking Tour with the areas top rated trail expert
River Ridge Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Asheville Biltmore by IHG
yes, excellent
Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025
Smoky Falls Lodge
Nice to have restaurant a hotel. Clean room
Reviewed on Nov 19, 2025
Quality Inn & Suites Maggie Valley - Cherokee Area
Everything
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Sleep Inn Asheville - Biltmore West
Room was clean, the staff was very professional and easy to work with, our stay was only one night but it was comfortable.
Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025
Comfort Inn Biltmore West
Breakfast was satisfying, room was clean, comfortable and handy to all amenities. Hairdryer didn’t work but it was immediately replaced. Easy to get to and leave if traveling from north to a southern destination.
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Best Western Mountainbrook Inn
Room was very clean. The staff is very welcoming. The breakfast was really nice. I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025
Other neighborhoods 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.
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.
