Laurel Ridge Country Club

10/04/2026

Waynesville's Apple Festival is all that and more!

MARK YOUR CALENDAR! WAYNESVILLE’S APPLE HARVEST FESTIVAL RETURNS OCTOBER 17, AND YOU CAN TURN IT INTO AN ENTIRE GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS APPLE ROAD TRIP!

If you love mountain towns, apple orchards, fresh c***r and fall scenery, Saturday, October 17, 2026 is a great date to save for a road trip through the Smokies.

Instead of driving straight to the Apple Harvest Festival in Downtown Waynesville, make the journey part of the adventure with apple-country stops across Tennessee and North Carolina.

Begin at Carver’s Orchard & Applehouse in Cosby, Tennessee, then continue to The Apple Barn & C***r Mill in Sevierville for c***r, apple treats and country shopping.

From there, travel through Gatlinburg and Great Smoky Mountains National Park, enjoying the mountain scenery as you cross into North Carolina.

Continue toward Bryson City for a stop at Darnell Farms, then make your way to Waynesville.

And now there is another delicious reason to follow this route.

Before heading into Downtown Waynesville, stop at Barber Orchards Fruit Stand, where generations of travelers have stopped for homegrown apples and fresh-baked treats. Their bakery is especially known for its apple turnovers, fritters, pies and other seasonal favorites.

Then it is time for the main event.

🎪 APPLE HARVEST FESTIVAL
📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026
⏰ 10 AM to 5 PM
📍 Downtown Waynesville, North Carolina

Spend the day exploring downtown, enjoying the festival atmosphere and celebrating apple season in the North Carolina mountains.

Afterward, continue to KT’s Orchard & Apiary in Canton for another taste of apple country and locally harvested mountain honey.

Make it an overnight or weekend getaway instead of rushing through it. You’ll get Smoky Mountain views, orchards, c***r, apple treats, a huge fall festival and a chance to bring home one of those beloved pies from Barber Orchards Fruit Stand.

10/02/2026

Laurel Ridge Country Club has a one-bedroom lower level condo for rent - conveniently located and affordably priced - available immediately. Steps are required to access the unit. Serious inquiries only should call for more info and terms, 828-452-0545 x131, M-F, 10a-4p or email [email protected].

09/23/2026

Happy Fall! Arguably the most wonderful time of the year in our Great Smoky Mountains! Call to book a tee time or a Stay & Play package with us at Laurel Ridge Country Club, 828-452-0545.

08/14/2026

LRCC welcomes Darren Nicholson Music tonight, and Darren has great news for club members. He is so excited to announce two new band members!

“I couldn’t be more thrilled to play music with Sarah Griffin and Brady Wallen! I’ve known and admired them for quite a while, and their music absolutely elevates me to a different level. This means new sounds and new material. I want to keep evolving and they are a perfect fit. I can’t wait to see what this new chapter holds. And I think folks who come out to see the new band will be as blown away by their music as I am.” ~ Darren

07/29/2026

Another severe summer thunderstorm swept through our area earlier tonight. Hope everyone fared well. Dog Days are for real!

07/07/2026

Tuesdays are Casual Night at Laurel Ridge. Members can order from Chef Bruce's popular Casual Fare Menu and the Bar offers $4 Draft B**r. Bring the family!

07/05/2026

Happy Birthday America! Great land of liberty!

06/22/2026

Summer is calling! Enhance your summertime recreation in the WNC mountains with a membership at LRCC. Golf, Sports and Social levels are available that provide access to Championship Golf, Clay Tennis Courts, Outdoor Heated Saltwater Pool, 24/7 Fitness Center, Grand Lodge Dining and Member Events.

Call or email to schedule a tour or to learn more about the casual and hospitable club in WNC that focuses on member satisfaction first and foremost, [email protected].

Book a Stay & Play Golf outing and enjoy the great club amenities just like a member and see for yourself!

06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day! Thanks to all the great dads spending the day with us today golfing and brunching!

06/05/2026

LRCC has a cure for summertime boredom. We will again offer our popular summer Sports & Activities Camps in 2026 for ages 6-14. Three week-long day camps (M-F) are coming up soon:

JUNE 15-19 | JULY 6-10 | JULY 27-31

Your kiddos will arrive at 10 am each day to learn golf and tennis plus they enjoy swimming, arts and crafts plus many other activities until 3 pm pick up. Campers will receive valuable instruction from our Pros along with a heavy dose of fun! Lunch and popsicles are included :) Please reach out for more info by email at [email protected] or call 828-452-0545.