Chimney Rock State Park
Reservations are required and tickets can be purchased by clicking here:
Lake Lure FLOWERING BRIDGE
What is happening with the Flowering Bridge? A LOT is happening, and we are excited to watch and experience this comeback story of such a cherished landmark for our area. Click below to check out the Flowering Bridge events.
Live Music and events are always going on in Lake Lure and Chimney Rock Village
Most of the restaurants in the area offer live music on the weekends. About once a month, there's an even in the area where larger crowds come to listen to bands and musicians entertain the locals and visitors. Check the local establishment for their entertainment schedule, but chances are, on a weekend, there will be live music in the Hickory Nut Gorge. Yee Haw!
How long will it take you to ESCAPE???
Check out our newest addition to the area, Escape Lake Lure.
Escape Lake Lure offers an exhilarating escape room experience where you and your team race against the clock to solve puzzles, uncover clues, and accomplish the ultimate goal - escape! Our immersive rooms are designed to challenge your wits and teamwork skills. Step into an alternate reality and test your problem-solving abilities. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at Escape Lake Lure.
GOLF Anyone???
Two of the most beautiful golf courses in Wester North Carolina reside at the north end of Lake Lure at the Rumbling Bald Area.
Schedule your Tee Time at:
Zip Line & Adventure at Canopy Ridge Farm
When it comes to fun, we’ve got you covered! Canopy Ridge Farm is nationally recognized as one of the top parks in the nation for overall “fun factor and great guest experiences.” Accommodating ages 2 and up, we provide a care-free yet exhilarating experience for thrill seekers and first time adventurers alike.
The park is nestled into 60 acres in the beautiful Hickory Nut Gorge, just a stones throw from the eastern shoreline of Lake Lure. Located in North Carolina’s Isothermal Belt region, the pleasant weather conditions combined with the plethora of natural vegetation and sky-scraping tree lines almost mimic the feeling of being in a tropical rain forest.
Other Nature Walks & Hikes Open in Area
- Chimney Rock State Park
- Dittmer-Watts Nature Trails: Located across from Ingles parking lot, this trail system takes you through some deciduous woods and pine forests with some looping trails and fields to take in the fresh air. Moderate
- Rumbling Bald Loop: This is a free trail system and it is a moderate hike through woods and around boulders. You might even catch a climber practicing some bouldering. It's located off Boys Camp Rd (<1.0 mile)
- Lake Lure Green Space: Located on the east side of the lake, this green space was a former 9-hole golf course. Some of the area is being used for debris removal and staging after the Hurricane Helene storm, and that area is marked NO TRESSPASSING, but the east side of the green space can be walked utilizing some old golf carts and paths. 658 Memorial Hwy, Lake Lure.
- Youngs Mountain: You must reserve to hike this trail. This trail is located inside a gated community and a gate code will be provided when you reserve a parking pass. Parking access is only available by obtaining a day-pass permit (free of charge) from Conserving Carolina - Obtain an online day-permit. Park only in designated spots only. Vehicles in unauthorized spots will be towed promptly.
For more information about our open hiking areas, click HERE to go to our Town of Lake Lure website for more detailed information.
Riverside Riding Stables
Explore the Mountains on Horseback
NOW OPEN - DAILY TUESDAY - SUNDAY
Come Ride with Us and Discover the Beauty of Lake Lure and Western NC! Experience Nature Through The Ears - Of a Horse!
Our Waterways are NOT OPEN yet
Target Dates for Refilling Lake Lure:
- March 1, 2026: Achieve the lake level of 978.5 MSL (12 feet below full pond), allowing regional and collegiate rowing teams to return for spring training. What an amazing way to re-establish the lake for these remarkable athletes who have been utilizing Lake Lure since it was originally opened in 1927.
- May 1, 2026: Reach full pond (990.5 MSL) and officially reopen Lake Lure for public use, marking a major milestone in the community’s full recovery.
Please note that these target dates are contingent upon the completion of work by USACE, successful completion of infrastructure work at the required lake levels, and weather conditions. Note that the current lake level is approximately 968 MSL, 22.5 feet below full pond.
“Reopening Lake Lure will be more than a return to normal—it will be a symbol of resilience, unity, and the incredible power of partnership,” said Mayor Pritchett. “This achievement will help drive the full recovery of Lake Lure and the greater Hickory Nut Gorge region.”
Unfortunately, since the devastation caused by Helene, our waterways - Lake Lure & the Rocky Broad River remain closed while the construction crews and heavy equipment works to remove sediment and debris.