Mountain Springs Travel Guide
Waynesville
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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.
Hazelwood Soap Company
You can find out about the history of Waynesville with a trip to Hazelwood Soap Company. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do

Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle

3 - 3.5 HR Smoky Mtn. Cherokee Eco Elk Safari Jeep Adventure

Great Smoky Mountains Self-Guided Scenic Drive and Audio Tour

Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour

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

Over the Top Tour in Oconaluftee
Top hotels in Mountain Springs

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Great resort physically but we won’t likely return due to the excessive charges for everything. It feels like guests are nickel and dimmed in comparison to other casino/resorts. Charging for cups of water and not providing self serve drinks on the playing floor is in poor taste. Also pulling into ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
This was a comfortable stay. The people were very pleasant and the room was clean. The hotel is definitely dated but again clean and well managed. The bed was one of the best I had stayed in the last few years.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
A*++++ Amazing hotel!
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

Cherokee Grand Hotel
Great stay
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
Check in was pleasant. The pool and hot tub are not open at this time. That was not listed online. The room smelled of urine and cigarettes. One of the beds had blood on the blanket. The key cards had to be reset every time you walked out of the room. The vending machines were out of order. The cleaning ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026

Cozy Creek Cottages
It was all good clean ready cozy comfortable and in a good location
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
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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 Queen's Farm Stables and Wheels Through Time Museum.

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