Maggie Valley’s central location affords the ability to enjoy a wide variety of activities year long. Visiting The Great Smokey National Park, Pisgah National Forest, Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Asheville, or just driving the Blue Ridge Parkway are just some of the great day trips the whole family can enjoy. If you want something close, Lake Junaluska located at 91 N. Lakeshore Dr., just off Soco road has many activities open to the public. Lake Junaluska offers fishing, swimming, golf, boating and more all for reasonable fees. When you first drive in, the combined Lake Junaluska and the Haywood County visitors center will be on the left. Take a look inside for a more comprehensive understanding of what Maggie Valley and the surrounding area has to offer. Continuing along the road into Lake Junaluska you will find plenty of free parking near The Terrace Hotel. One of my favorite free activities is to walk the trail surrounding the lake. There is an inner loop of 2.3 miles and an outer loop of 3.8 miles. You can also just walk as far as you want and back again for shorter outing. Along the path you will pass many beautiful gardens and views of the mountains. Sunset from Inspiration Point is also a photography highlight.
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Golf is More Than Just a Game
North Carolina has an abundace of golf courses and fortunately Maggie Valley not only has its own but is close to many more public courses.
The Maggie Valley Golf Club is the closest golf course. Nestled between the majestic Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains, this hidden gem offers a 6,500-yard championship course with stunning mountain views. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, the course provides a unique challenge. They also have a great restaurant to satisfy your 18 hole apetite that you can enjoy before and after your day of a scenic round of club swinging.
The nearby Waynesville Golf Club has two of it’s courses, the Carolina and Dogwood open to the public. Both courses provide additional options for golf enthusiasts.
Also in Waynesville is the beautiful Laurel Ridge Country Club with its spectacular mountain view course. Avid golfers will appreciate the challenging layout and breathtaking scenery.
The Springdale Resort and the Sequoyah National Golf Course are a short drive away giving you additional options to quench your thirst for golf.
Maggie Valley can be rewarding in its ability to offer a relaxing picturesque environment as well as a resource of eventful experiences during your visit to High Hopes Cabin. So, whether you’re swinging clubs, enjoying mountain vistas, taking a hike to a nearby waterfall, or planning a relaxing getaway, Maggie Valley has something special to offer everyone at every turn. What is your favorite course to play in the area?