- Our list of the best things to do in Lake Lure, North Carolina, features the top 94 nearby activities — including 54 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Lake Lure, NC has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 10 things to do within the city of Lake Lure, NC , followed by 84 popular activities in nearby cities, including Asheville, Hendersonville, Black Mountain, Saluda, Marshall and Chimney Rock
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Located in the Hickory Nut Gorge of western North Carolina, Canopy Ridge Farms offers guided zipline and kayak tours seasonally. The canopy tour features multiple zipline options, while kayaking takes paddlers over class one and two rapids.
1.8 Miles
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359 votes
3068 Memorial Hwy, Historic Bridge #7, Lake Lure, NC 28746
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Visitors can view gardens with a wide variety of local plants at the Lake Lure Flowering Bridge. The flowering bridge was once the historic 1925 Rocky Broad River bridge that was closed to traffic in 2011.
1.4 Miles
Open for business March through November, Lake Lure Tours takes visitors on a scenic tour of Lake Lure in a covered tour boat. Highlights include filming locations for the movie 'Dirty Dancing' and the historic Lake Lure Inn and Spa.
5.7 Miles
Several trail rides are available at Cedar Creek Riding Stables, including a scenic two-hour ride touring 350 acres. An on-site gem mine, fishing and picnic areas round out the activities.
0.4 Miles
Lake Lure Adventure Company offers a variety of water sports including water skiing, wakeboarding, wake surfing, fishing and boat rentals from Memorial Day through Labor Day and other times by appointment. Professional instruction is available, and equipment is provided.
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2414 Memeorail Highway, Lake Lure, NC 28746
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Formed to raise money for pancreatic cancer research, The Right Track Toy Train Museum features toy trains from the 1900s to the present. There are working trains that can be operated, a children's room and a gift shop.
1.4 Miles
Surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Beach at Lake Lure & Water Works offers an extensive freshwater beach that is open seven days a week during the summer months. There is also an on-site water fun complex with a water slide and soaking games.
3.7 Miles
Located on the scenic Lake Lure, Lake Lure Pontoon Rental is a business offering pontoon boat rentals to its customers. Visitors are led on guided tours of the lake, learning about local history and enjoying the picturesque scenery around them.
1.4 Miles
Part of Chimney Rock State Park, Rumbling Bald is a popular spot for hiking, bouldering, and mountain climbing. The area is open to the public and may be crowded during the winter months.
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Chimney Rock Park is a pet friendly place to bring family and friends and reconnect with nature. The park features five different hiking trails, guided bird watching tours led by an expert, and rock climbing on the mountain.