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Lake Lure Town Information
Lake Lure and neighboring Chimney Rock are quintessential small mountain towns located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. The Rocky Broad River flows through the Hickory Nut Gorge and feeds Lake Lure. From boating, hiking, biking, rock climbing, zip-lining, horseback riding, fishing, and golfing, there are outdoor activities to thrill all levels of enthusiasts. Lake Lure is an ideal place to just sit back, relax and enjoy the fresh mountain air from a number of outdoor restaurants with views of the lake, river and Chimney Rock State Park. Lake Lure is big on small town charm and hospitality.
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Lake Lure
Lake Lure and neighboring Chimney Rock are quintessential small mountain towns located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. The Rocky Broad River flows through the Hickory Nut Gorge and feeds Lake Lure. From boating, hiking, biking, rock climbing, zip-lining, horseback riding, fishing, and golfing, there are outdoor activities to thrill all levels of enthusiasts. Lake Lure is an ideal place to just sit back, relax and enjoy the fresh mountain air from a number of outdoor restaurants with views of the lake, river and Chimney Rock State Park. Lake Lure is big on small town charm and hospitality.
On The Lake
Washburn Marina offers guided boat tours of Lake Lure and private boat rentals. If you are bringing your own boat you can also obtain a visitor boat permit here. All boats, including non-motorized vessels, require a daily permit.
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Lake Lure / Washburn Marina
2930 Memorial HwyWashburn Marina offers guided boat tours of Lake Lure and private boat rentals. If you are bringing your own boat you can also obtain a visitor boat permit here. All boats, including non-motorized vessels, require a daily permit.
Lake Lure Adventure Company is an adventure! They offer private boat rentals, waterskiing, tubing, kneeboarding and wakeboarding. The staff is incredible as well.
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Lake Lure Adventure Company
470 Memorial HwyLake Lure Adventure Company is an adventure! They offer private boat rentals, waterskiing, tubing, kneeboarding and wakeboarding. The staff is incredible as well.
Around the Lake
The Flowering Bridge is a community volunteer planted and preserved Wildlife Habitat recognized by the National Wildlife Federation. It is a must see any time of year and an easy stroll for all ages and activity levels. We definitely recommend doing the scavenger hunt while touring the gardens. The scavenger hunt cards are located in the mailboxes at each end of the bridge.
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Puente de flores de Lake Lure
3070 Memorial HwyThe Flowering Bridge is a community volunteer planted and preserved Wildlife Habitat recognized by the National Wildlife Federation. It is a must see any time of year and an easy stroll for all ages and activity levels. We definitely recommend doing the scavenger hunt while touring the gardens. The scavenger hunt cards are located in the mailboxes at each end of the bridge.
Chimney Rock offers hiking and expansive views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Lake Lure. Not to worry if you aren't an avid hiker, there is an elevator from the bottom making this breathtaking view accessible for everyone.
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Chimney Rock State Park
431 Main StChimney Rock offers hiking and expansive views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Lake Lure. Not to worry if you aren't an avid hiker, there is an elevator from the bottom making this breathtaking view accessible for everyone.
One of the largest and best bouldering spots with over 882 documented climbable routes. The trail head is located off of Boys Camp Road. This site offers climbing and bouldering for beginners and professionals alike.
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Rumbling Bald Mountain
One of the largest and best bouldering spots with over 882 documented climbable routes. The trail head is located off of Boys Camp Road. This site offers climbing and bouldering for beginners and professionals alike.
Adventure
Canopy Ridge Farm offers ziplining and mountain UTV tours and is appropriate for ages 4+. They also have a second location up the road that offers river tubing.
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Canopy Ridge Farm
7115 US-64Canopy Ridge Farm offers ziplining and mountain UTV tours and is appropriate for ages 4+. They also have a second location up the road that offers river tubing.
Riverside also offers trail rides, including a River Ride where you are bound to get wet. This place is for a more experienced and adventurous rider.
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Riverside Riding Stables
1325 Freeman Town RdRiverside also offers trail rides, including a River Ride where you are bound to get wet. This place is for a more experienced and adventurous rider.
A great way to get out on the river and relax. Silver Creek Tubing is located in Saluda approximately 30 minutes from Lake Lure.
Silver Creek Tubing River Location
5373 Green River Cove RoadA great way to get out on the river and relax. Silver Creek Tubing is located in Saluda approximately 30 minutes from Lake Lure.
Wine
Mountain Brook Vineyards has incredible wine and an atmosphere to fully enjoy every sip as you look out at the vineyard or nestle around the massive fire pit. Mountain Brook Vineyards is located in Tryon about 30 minutes from Lake Lure and well worth the drive.
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Mountain Brook Vineyards
731 Phillips Dairy RdMountain Brook Vineyards has incredible wine and an atmosphere to fully enjoy every sip as you look out at the vineyard or nestle around the massive fire pit. Mountain Brook Vineyards is located in Tryon about 30 minutes from Lake Lure and well worth the drive.
Located about 30 minutes from Lake Lure in Hendersonville, Point Lookout Vineyards offers a wonderful selection of wines. You can make a day trip of your visit with a great dinner in Hendersonville as well.
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Point Lookout Vineyards
408 Appleola RdLocated about 30 minutes from Lake Lure in Hendersonville, Point Lookout Vineyards offers a wonderful selection of wines. You can make a day trip of your visit with a great dinner in Hendersonville as well.
Another family run winery in Tryon, NC located about 30 minutes from Lake Lure. They require reservations so be sure to book in advance.
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Overmountain Vineyards
2012 Sandy Plains RdAnother family run winery in Tryon, NC located about 30 minutes from Lake Lure. They require reservations so be sure to book in advance.
Dining
Possibly the best restaurant in Lake Lure offering seasonal dishes with local flair and traditional Appalachian cuisine along with a spectacular view of the lake. Reservations are highly recommended.
Appalachia Restaurant
361 Charlotte DrivePossibly the best restaurant in Lake Lure offering seasonal dishes with local flair and traditional Appalachian cuisine along with a spectacular view of the lake. Reservations are highly recommended.
Casual, but more upscale dining experience with outdoor dining view of the lake. The cocktail menu is also a must! Reservations are encouraged.
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The Highlands Kitchen & Bar
451 Main StreetCasual, but more upscale dining experience with outdoor dining view of the lake. The cocktail menu is also a must! Reservations are encouraged.
Lake view pizza, pasta, seafood and full bar.
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La Strada At Lake Lure
2693 Memorial HwyLake view pizza, pasta, seafood and full bar.
Great fish and chips and phenomenal view of Chimney Rock while you dine!
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The Burntshirt Vineyards Tasting Room & Bistro
438 Main StGreat fish and chips and phenomenal view of Chimney Rock while you dine!
This is the spot for amazing food and to catch some local music! The market inside is also filled with tasty to go treats and local crafts.
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Lured Market & Grill
2655 Memorial HwyThis is the spot for amazing food and to catch some local music! The market inside is also filled with tasty to go treats and local crafts.
Beer
This is hands down our favorite place to have a beer in Chimney Rock. Enjoy your beer next to the river or when it's hot enough take it in the river! The actual brewery is located in Mars Hill about 1 1/2 hours from Lake Lure. If you're up for a drive it is located in very cool old theater.
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Hickory Nut Gorge Brewery at Chimney Rock
461 Main StThis is hands down our favorite place to have a beer in Chimney Rock. Enjoy your beer next to the river or when it's hot enough take it in the river! The actual brewery is located in Mars Hill about 1 1/2 hours from Lake Lure. If you're up for a drive it is located in very cool old theater.