Blue Ridge Mountains
Travel Guide





Visit Blue Ridge Mountains
Where to stay in Blue Ridge Mountains

Downtown Gatlinburg
While visiting Downtown Gatlinburg, you might make a stop by sights like Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies.

Downtown Asheville
Downtown Asheville is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Pack Square and Wicked Weed Brewing.

Wears Valley
Unique features of Wears Valley include the mountain views and parks. Make a stop by Great Smoky Mountains National Park or Walker Sisters Place while you're exploring the area.

Cherry Lake
Cherry Lake might not have many top sights, but Blue Ridge Scenic Railway and Sugar Creek Raceway are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Chalet Village
If you're spending some time in Chalet Village, Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Ober Mountain are top sights worth seeing.

Raccoon Ridge
Though Raccoon Ridge may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like The Lilly Pad Village and Falls Branch Falls.

Edgewater Hotel - Gatlinburg
Breakfast wasn’t very good. We skipped it the 2nd day. Room was ok outside of bathroom. Needs refreshed or something- didn't seem clean. Staff were friendly and helpful. Guess I missed the parking fees. They charged $15 a day, which is cheaper than the $20 general parking in the area I guess.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Awesome
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026

Country Cascades Waterpark Resort
Pretty clean, very friendly staff and plenty of things for kids to do! My daughter loves this place!
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026

Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park
No free meals, everything is expensive and food isn’t even good. Stayed for 4 days, housekeeper didn’t come by ONCE. Even upon request after slipping down stairs and spraining my ankle security said they would put in a ticket for us. On the last day I couldn’t take it anymore I went and found garbage ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026

Deer Ridge Mountain Resort
Kitchen was equipped and having 2 full bathrooms helped with this family of 4. The right amount of space for us.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026

The Villas at Coosawattee River Resort
The property was beautiful and they gave very detailed navigation directions
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit

Great Smoky Mountains National Park
America’s most visited national park offers blue mountain ridges, forested hiking trails, a variety of wildlife and bits of Southern mountain history.

Dollywood
This amusement park owned by country singer Dolly Parton lures fans with its roller coasters and children’s rides, museums and live music and theater shows.

Biltmore Estate
Wander through gardens and lush grounds, tour the grand mansion and learn about the history of this opulent estate in Asheville, North Carolina.

Harrahs Cherokee Casino
Why not roll the dice by visiting Harrahs Cherokee Casino where you can enjoy the games and entertainment of this top casino in Cherokee? Discover the mountain views and casinos in this quaint area.

Shenandoah National Park
Blue ridges fill your view as you gaze over the many acres of tree-covered wilderness in this peaceful Virginia park.

Virginia Tech University
Enjoy the student vibe around Virginia Tech University, a top university in Blacksburg. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.




